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Romsey
7 km²
Rapid growth defines Romsey, where the population has surged by 184% since 2011 to reach 4,934 people. It is a family-oriented community with a typical age of 36, which is a little younger than the national figure. The area is notably more affluent and professional than most similar places, with a high proportion of large detached homes. This combination of growing families and high incomes gives the town a distinctively prosperous character within the Macedon Ranges.
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Families with children are common here, as 21.2% of residents are under 15, which is well above the Victorian average. The community is also more likely to be in de facto relationships than most areas.
The area is far less diverse than the state or nation, with only 9.7% of people born overseas. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.
English is the primary language for 93.2% of the population. The proportion of people using another language at home is far below the national figure.
A majority of residents (51.1%) report having no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen 14 points since 2011.
The community is better qualified than most similar areas, with 52.6% of adults completing Year 12. However, the proportion of people with a bachelor degree remains well below the state average.
Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical household earning $2,024 a week. This is a significant increase from 2011, when the typical household earned $1,345.
While 31.6% of people have a long-term health condition—well above the national figure—the area has a lower rate of people needing help with daily activities than most similar places.
Unpaid care is a big part of local life; 32.5% of people care for children unpaid, which is well above the national average.
Homes here are larger and more likely to house families, with 61.9% being couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to other areas.
The housing stock is dominated by large detached houses, with 90.5% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common here than across Victoria, at just 11.2%.
Cars are essential, as only 1% of homes have no motor vehicle. While 19.2% of people now work from home, very few use public transport for commuting.
The area has seen significant movement, with 40.8% of residents moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 4.8% of the population.
Job prospects are strong, with an unemployment rate of 3.1% that is lower than the state average. Many residents work in construction or health care.
The town is only somewhat walkable, with a score of 4.1, which is well below the Victorian average. Many homes are far from schools and public transport.