Tongio

Tongio is much older than most areas, with a typical age of 57 and a very high proportion of seniors. Children under 15 make up only 8.0% of the population, which is far below the national figure of 18.2%.

The community is predominantly Australian and English in ancestry, and very few residents were born overseas, at just 8.0% compared to 27.7% nationally.

English is the primary language for 92.0% of residents. While 6.0% use another language at home, which is higher than in similar areas, this is still far below the Victorian average.

About 44.0% of people report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average of 38.9%.

The typical level of schooling is Year 12 for 55.3% of residents, though this is well below the state average. Around 17.0% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Household incomes are generally low, with a typical weekly family income of $1,416, which is well below the national figure. However, 17.0% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, a much higher standing than most similar areas.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 36.0% of people. Despite this, no residents reported needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is exceptionally high, with 51.1% of people participating, far above the national figure of 14.1%. Unpaid housework and care are also common, with 42.6% doing significant housework weekly.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Homes are smaller than usual, with only 1.9 people per household. This is partly because 34.8% of people live alone, a figure well above the national average.

Housing is almost entirely made up of separate houses, with 73.9% owned outright, far above the national figure. No one in the community currently rents their home.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport available and no homes without a motor vehicle. This is reflected by the 37.1% of workers who work from home, far above the national figure.

The population is very stable, with only 19.6% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average of 40.7%.

About 63.8% of adults are working or looking for work, with an unemployment rate of 0.0%. The workforce is led by managers at 48.6% and those in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area has a walkability score of 0.0, meaning it is completely car-dependent. There are no schools, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk.