Wunghnu

The community is far older than the national figure, with a typical age of 49 and a high proportion of seniors. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 13.8% of the population, which is well below the Victorian average.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 5.8%, which is far below the state and national figures. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, together accounting for over 87% of the population.

English is the primary language here, with only 3.1% of people using another language at home. This is far below the Victorian average of 27.6%.

A high number of residents report having no religion, at 47.5%, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 38%.

Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 32.2% of residents completing Year 12, far below the state figure of 61.8%. Only 8.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical incomes are lower than most areas; the typical weekly household income is $1,364, which is well below the Victorian average of $1,759. Only 7.1% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 36.2% of people. This includes a high rate of mental health conditions at 13.8%, which is well above the national average.

The community has a notably high number of former Defence Force members at 6.4%, well above the state figure. Unpaid care for others is also a little more common here than in the rest of Victoria.

There are 9 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. Their typical age is 22, which is a little younger than the state and national figures of 24.

People are more likely to live alone here than in most areas, at 32.3%. Homes are generally smaller than average, with a typical 2.2 people per dwelling.

Every home in Wunghnu is a separate detached house, and 84.3% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common here than in the state, at only 12.6%, while 41.7% of homes are owned outright.

Cars are essential, as 0% of residents commute by public transport and every home has at least one motor vehicle. The drive to the city is very long, taking 133 minutes on average.

The population is very stable, with only 23.3% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Full-time employment is a little higher than the national average at 60.4%. Local industry is diverse, with the highest numbers working in health care, construction, and retail.

The area is somewhat walkable, though it lacks local health services within a 15-minute walk. While many can walk to a park or groceries, the walkability score is well below the Victorian average.