Woodend North

The population is far older than the state and national average, with a typical age of 46. Children under 15 make up 20% of the community, which is a little above the national figure of 18.2%.

About 16.8% of people were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas but far below the Victorian average of 30%. Most residents claim Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the primary language here, with only 4.4% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

A high number of residents report having no religion at 45.1%, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is also common at 45.4%.

The community is highly qualified, with 30.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average, and 65% of residents completed Year 12.

Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical household earning $2,250 a week. Nearly 28% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is well above the national figure.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with only 23.8% having a long-term health condition. This is well below the national average of 27.7%.

The area has a strong spirit of service, with 22.4% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%. Many residents also provide unpaid care for children.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is very small, with zero people identifying as such in the latest census.

Homes are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household. This is a little above the national average and consistent with a high proportion of couples with children.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 95% have three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is strong, with 49% of houses owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every home owning at least one vehicle and no one using public transport to commute. However, 34% of people work from home, which is far above the national average.

The population is very stable, with only 20.3% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

The unemployment rate is very low at 1.9%, well below the national figure of 5.1%. Many residents work as professionals or managers, particularly in construction and technical fields.

There are no shops, parks, or schools within a 15-minute walk of any home. This makes the area completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1.