Morven

The community is older than the state and national figures, with nearly a quarter of residents aged 65 or over. Children make up only 11.4% of the population, which is well below the national average of 18.2%.

Australia is the birthplace of 89.1% of residents, and the number of people born overseas is far below the national figure. Most people identify as having English or Australian ancestry.

English is the only language used at home by 94.6% of residents. This means the proportion of people using another language is far below the national average.

About 39.1% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 58.7%.

Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 6.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree. Far fewer people have completed Year 12 compared to the national average.

Typical incomes are far below the national figure across the board. For example, the typical household earns $1,015 a week, which is much lower than the national typical of $1,746.

About 29.3% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the state average. Mental health conditions are reported less often than in most other areas.

Volunteering is common here, with 22.2% of people helping out, well above the national figure. A high proportion of residents also provide unpaid care.

First Nations people make up 7.6% of the population, which is well above the national average. The typical First Nations resident here is 32, far older than the national figure of 24.

People living alone are more common here than in most areas, making up 29.1% of households. Homes are generally smaller, with 2.2 people per home.

Housing is very affordable, with typical weekly rents at just $110. A huge 59.5% of homes are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, though 30.6% of people work from home, which is far above the state average. There are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is relatively stable, as the number of people who moved in the last five years is far below the national figure.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the main industries, employing 42.4% of the workforce. Full-time employment is more common here than in most similar areas.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with no groceries within a 15-minute walk. However, many residents can walk to health services and schools.