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Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff
11 km²
A far older population than the national average defines Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff, where the typical resident is 61. This community is largely made up of seniors, with 43.4% of people aged 65 and over, a figure that has risen sharply since 2011. Many of these residents are well-qualified professionals who own their homes outright, creating a settled and affluent character. The area has become increasingly academic and wealthy over the last decade, though the total population has shrunk slightly.
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The area is much older than most, with children under 15 making up only 11.5% of the population. Since 2011, the typical age has climbed by 17 years to 61, and the proportion of seniors has jumped by 22 points.
Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has far fewer overseas-born people (11.3%) than the state average. English, Australian, Irish and Scottish are the most common ancestries.
English is the sole language used at home for 90.4% of residents. This is far above the national figure, and only 0.2% of people speak little or no English.
A large number of people report having no religion (43.4%), which is well above the national figure. This group has grown by 16 points since 2011.
The community is highly qualified, with 37.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national average and represents a 30 point increase since 2011.
Typical incomes are higher than in most areas, with a typical household earning $1,525 a week. The proportion of households earning $3,000 or more per week has risen 18 points since 2011.
Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 35.2% of people. Arthritis is the most reported condition at 14.0%.
Community spirit is strong, with 26.9% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average. Unpaid care is also more common here, with 16.0% of residents providing such support.
Households tend to be small, with only 2.1 people per home. Nearly half of all households (49.0%) consist of couples without children.
Home ownership is very high, with 58.0% of homes owned outright. The area is dominated by separate houses, and 83.1% of homes have three or more bedrooms.
Working from home is very common here (30.5%), which is well above the national figure. Most homes have at least one car, and only 0.5% of people commute using public transport.
The area has seen significant movement, with 43.9% of people moving house in the last five years. However, recent arrivals from overseas have fallen by 14 points since 2011.
Fewer adults are working or looking for work (45.2%) compared to the state average, though the unemployment rate is very low at 2.9%. Many who do work are employed as professionals.
While almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, the area is poorly served for daily needs. Many residents live far from groceries and health services, resulting in a walkability score well below the state average.