community profile
G21 Region
2011 Census results
Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Greater Melbourne
Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/g21region
Table of contents
Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2
About the areas 4
Five year age groups 7
Ancestry 10
Birthplace 13
Year of arrival in Australia 15
Proficiency in English 17
Language spoken at home 20
Religion 23
Qualifications 25
Highest level of schooling 27
Education institution attending 30
Need for assistance 33
Employment status 36
Industry sectors of employment 39
Occupations of employment 42
Method of travel to work 45
Volunteer work 47
Unpaid care 49
Individual income 51
Household income 53
Households summary 55
Household size 58
Dwelling type 61
Number of bedrooms per dwelling 63
Internet connection 65
Number of cars per household 67
Housing tenure 70
Housing loan repayments 72
Housing rental payments 74
SEIFA - disadvantage 77
About the community profile 78
The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL G21 Region population for 2012.
Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in
Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of
Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of the G21 Region. To
provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the
Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for the G21
Region.
See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to
use each one.
Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
G21 Region
Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in
numberChange in
percent
2001 254,732 -- --
2002 257,817 +3,085 +1.21
2003 260,324 +2,507 +0.97
2004 263,101 +2,777 +1.07
2005 266,273 +3,172 +1.21
2006 269,691 +3,418 +1.28
2007 272,270 +2,579 +0.96
2008 275,277 +3,007 +1.10
2009 278,763 +3,486 +1.27
2010 281,361 +2,598 +0.93
2011 284,193 +2,832 +1.01
2012 287,710 +3,517 +1.24
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .idThe population experts
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Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by.id the population experts
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Location and boundaries
The G21 Region is located in south-western Victoria, between 75 and 160 kilometres from Melbourne. The G21
Region is bounded by Pyrenees Shire, the City of Ballarat and Moorabool Shire in the north, Wyndham City and Port
Phillip Bay in the east, Bass Strait in the south, and Corangamite Shire in the west.
Settlement history
European settlement dates from the 1830s, with land used mainly for timber-getting, farming, grazing and vineyards.
Growth was minimal until the 1840s, when many small townships were established. Expansion took place from the
1850s to the late 1800s, particularly in Geelong, aided by improved access, the gold rush and the establishment of
industries. Gradual population growth continued in the early 1900s. The most significant development occurred in the
post-war years, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s, aided by the rapid expansion of industry, immigration, the
construction of public housing estates and tourism. Population growth continued from the 1980s. The population of
the Region increased from nearly 224,000 in 1991 to 253,000 in 2006, with most of this growth from 1996. During this
period, population growth was focussed on the fringes of the Geelong urban area, as well as the Bellarine Peninsula,
the Surf Coast, and towns such as Apollo Bay, Bannockburn and Birregurra.
About the area
Important
Statistics
Population
278,8942011 Usual residents
Land area
894,441hectares (8,944
Km )2
Population density
0.31persons per hectare
G21 Region
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Local Government
Areas
G21 Region
Barwon South West
Region
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Land use
The G21 Region is a rural, residential and resort
area, with some industrial and commercial land
use. The Region encompasses a total land area of
nearly 9,000 square kilometres, including
significant areas of State Forest and National
Park. Much of the rural area is used for timber-
getting, farming, grazing, cropping, dairying,
mining and viticulture. Tourism is an important
industry, especially in the southern section along
the Great Ocean Road and the Bellarine
Peninsula. Geelong is the largest city and
population centre in the G21 Region. Other major
towns in the Region include Colac, the coastal
towns of Anglesea, Apollo Bay, Lorne, Ocean
Grove and Torquay, and the inland rural centres of Bannockburn and Winchelsea.
Transport
The Region is served by the Princes Freeway, the Great Ocean Road, the Bellarine Highway, the Glenelg Highway,
the Hamilton Highway, the Midland Highway, the Princes Highway, the Surf Coast Highway, Avalon Airport and the
Melbourne-Geelong-Warrnambool railway line.
Major features
Major features of the Region include Great Otway National Park (including the former Otway National Park,
Angahook-Lorne State Park, Carlisle State Park and Melba Gully State Park), Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park,
Brisbane Ranges National Park, You Yangs Regional Park, Enfield State Park, Steiglitz Historic Park, Lake
Connewarre State Game Reserve, Lorne-Queenscliff Coastal Reserve, Erskine Falls, Otway Fly Treetop Walk, The
Great Ocean Road, Cape Otway Lighthouse, Ford Discovery Centre, Geelong Art Gallery, Geelong Naval & Maritime
Museum, Geelong Performing Arts Centre, National Wool Museum, Torquay Tiger Moth World, Geelong Waterfront,
the Geelong CBD, Westfield Bay City Plaza, Market Square Shopping Centre, Fort Queenscliff, Bellarine Peninsula
Railway, Deakin University, Gordon Institute of TAFE, Marcus Oldham College, Kardinia Park, Bells Beach, Eastern
Beach and other numerous beaches, and various wineries.
Indigenous background
The original inhabitants of the G21 Region were the Wathaurong Aboriginal people.
Included areas
The G21 Region includes Colac Otway Shire, Golden Plains Shire, the City of Greater Geelong, the Borough of
Queenscliffe and Surf Coast Shire.
Land use
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The Age Structure of the G21 Region provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and
facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of the G21 Region's residential role and function and how it is likely
to change in the future.
Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which
enables direct comparison between each group.
To get a more complete picture the G21 Region's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household
Types and Dwelling Types.
Five year age groups
Age structure - Five year age groups
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Five year age groups(years) Number %
GreaterMelbourne Number %
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
0 to 4 17,510 6.3 6.5 15,876 6.1 6.3 +1,635
5 to 9 17,421 6.2 6.0 17,031 6.6 6.3 +390
10 to 14 17,990 6.5 5.9 18,331 7.1 6.4 -341
15 to 19 18,518 6.6 6.3 17,955 6.9 6.7 +563
20 to 24 16,689 6.0 7.5 15,287 5.9 7.4 +1,402
25 to 29 15,994 5.7 7.9 13,940 5.4 7.1 +2,055
30 to 34 15,895 5.7 7.5 16,339 6.3 7.7 -444
35 to 39 18,974 6.8 7.5 17,884 6.9 7.9 +1,090
40 to 44 19,532 7.0 7.5 18,672 7.2 7.5 +861
45 to 49 19,588 7.0 6.9 18,890 7.3 7.2 +698
50 to 54 19,359 6.9 6.4 17,829 6.9 6.4 +1,530
55 to 59 18,074 6.5 5.6 16,839 6.5 5.9 +1,235
60 to 64 17,359 6.2 5.1 13,148 5.1 4.5 +4,211
65 to 69 13,301 4.8 3.9 11,052 4.3 3.6 +2,250
70 to 74 10,568 3.8 3.0 9,556 3.7 3.0 +1,013
75 to 79 8,537 3.1 2.4 8,702 3.4 2.6 -165
80 to 84 7,219 2.6 2.0 6,551 2.5 2.0 +669
85 and over 6,358 2.3 1.8 5,131 2.0 1.6 +1,228
Total 278,893 100.0 100.0 259,013 100.0 100.0 +19,881
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Five year age structure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the five year age groups of the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that there was
a similar proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the older
age groups (65+).
Overall, 19.0% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 16.5% were aged 65 years and over, compared
with 18.5% and 13.1% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the age structure of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons aged 60 to 64 (6.2% compared to 5.1%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 65 to 69 (4.8% compared to 3.9%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 55 to 59 (6.5% compared to 5.6%)
A larger percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (3.8% compared to 3.0%)
Emerging groups
From 2006 to 2011, G21 Region's population increased by 19,880 people (7.7%). This represents an average
annual population change of 1.49% per year over the period.
The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups:
60 to 64 (+4,211 persons)
65 to 69 (+2,250 persons)
25 to 29 (+2,055 persons)
0 to 4 (+1,635 persons)
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Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations.
Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in the G21 Region regardless of where they were born
or what language they speak.
Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more
complete picture of the G21 Region's ethnic characteristics.
Ancestry
Ancestry - ranked by size
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Ancestry Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Australian 107,242 38.5 26.4 111,024 42.9 30.2 -3,781
English 105,944 38.0 26.9 88,843 34.3 25.7 +17,101
Irish 35,042 12.6 8.8 28,633 11.1 8.4 +6,410
Scottish 30,767 11.0 7.2 24,842 9.6 6.7 +5,925
German 12,094 4.3 3.0 10,698 4.1 3.1 +1,397
Italian 10,782 3.9 7.0 9,752 3.8 7.2 +1,031
Dutch 7,756 2.8 1.6 7,358 2.8 1.7 +399
Croatian 4,013 1.4 0.9 3,926 1.5 0.9 +88
Polish 2,789 1.0 1.1 2,589 1.0 1.2 +200
Chinese 2,651 1.0 6.1 1,874 0.7 5.0 +778
Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.
Ancestry - totals
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Ancestry totals Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Not stated 16,672 6.0 6.4 17,326 6.7 8.1 -653
Total People 278,893 100.0 100.0 258,969 100.0 100.0 +19,925
Total responses 369,822 -- -- 335,400 -- -- +34,423
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Ancestry, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in G21 Region in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries
nominated were:
Australian (107,242 people or 38.5%)
English (105,944 people or 38.0%)
Irish (35,042 people or 12.6%)
Scottish (30,767 people or 11.0%)
German (12,094 people or 4.3%)
In combination these five ancestries account for 291,089 responses in total, or 104.37% of all responses.
The major differences between the ancestries of the population in the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (38.5% compared to 26.4%)
A larger percentage of people with English ancestry (38.0% compared to 26.9%)
A larger percentage of people with Scottish ancestry (11.0% compared to 7.2%)
A larger percentage of people with Irish ancestry (12.6% compared to 8.8%)
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were:
English (+17,101 persons)
Irish (+6,410 persons)
Scottish (+5,925 persons)
Australian (-3,781 persons)
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Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in the G21
Region. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source countries for
Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time.
To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, the G21 Region's Country of Birth data should
be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.
Birthplace
Birthplace - ranked by size
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Country of birth Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
United Kingdom 12,919 4.6 4.1 12,737 4.9 4.4 +183
New Zealand 2,556 0.9 1.7 2,194 0.8 1.5 +362
Italy 2,070 0.7 1.7 2,196 0.8 2.0 -125
Netherlands 1,906 0.7 0.3 2,065 0.8 0.4 -159
Germany 1,811 0.6 0.5 1,862 0.7 0.6 -51
Croatia 1,588 0.6 0.4 1,703 0.7 0.4 -114
India 1,144 0.4 2.7 454 0.2 1.4 +691
Philippines 1,071 0.4 0.8 743 0.3 0.7 +328
Serbia / Montenegro (fmr
Yugoslavia)
1,055 0.4 0.4 1,168 0.5 0.4 -113
China 971 0.3 2.3 562 0.2 1.5 +409
Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.
Birthplace - summary
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Birthplace Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Total Overseas born 40,355 14.5 31.4 36,829 14.2 28.6 +3,527
Non-English speaking
backgrounds
22,557 8.1 24.2 20,091 7.8 21.6 +2,467
Main English speaking
countries
17,798 6.4 7.2 16,738 6.5 7.0 +1,060
Australia 225,739 80.9 63.3 208,171 80.4 64.5 +17,568
Not Stated 12,866 4.6 5.3 14,020 5.4 6.9 -1,154
Total Population 278,960 100.0 100.0 259,020 100.0 100.0 +19,941
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Country of birth, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the country of birth of the population in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows
that there was a smaller proportion of people born overseas, as well as a smaller proportion of people from a non-
English speaking background.
Overall, 14.5% of the population was born overseas, and 8.1% were from a non-English speaking background,
compared with 31.4% and 24.2% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The largest non-English speaking country of birth in the G21 Region was Italy, where 0.7% of the population, or 2,070
people, were born.
The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne
were:
A smaller percentage of people born in India (0.4% compared to 2.7%)
A smaller percentage of people born in China (0.3% compared to 2.3%)
A smaller percentage of people born in Vietnam (0.1% compared to 1.7%)
A smaller percentage of people born in Greece (0.2% compared to 1.2%)
Emerging groups
Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 3,526 or 9.6%, and the number of
people from a non-English speaking background increased by 2,466 or 12.3%.
The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those
born in:
India (+691 persons)
China (+409 persons)
New Zealand (+362 persons)
Philippines (+328 persons)
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The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree
to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of the G21 Region in housing the overseas-
born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment opportunities
and pre-existing communities located in the area.
The G21 Region's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data, is a
good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.
Year of arrival in Australia
Year of arrival in Australia
G21 Region 2011
Year of arrival in Australia Number %Greater
Melbourne
2006 to 9 Aug 2011 6,434 15.9 23.2
2001 to 2005 2,730 6.8 11.2
1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 3,225 8.0 14.4
1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 4,130 10.2 14.7
1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 4,444 11.0 10.1
1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 8,474 21.0 12.3
Arrived in 1960 or earlier 8,984 22.2 10.0
Not stated 1,967 4.9 4.2
Total 40,391 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Year of arrival in Australia, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater
Melbourne shows that there was a larger proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a smaller proportion of
recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011).
Overall, 72.4% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 15.9% arrived during or after 2006,
compared with 61.4% and 23.2% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the year of arrival data of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (22.2% compared to 10.0%)
A larger percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (21.0% compared to 12.3%)
A larger percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (11.0% compared to 10.1%)
A smaller percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (15.9% compared to 23.2%)
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Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language
other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry,
Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects the G21 Region's ethnic composition and how long
the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to communicate
with the local population in languages other than English.
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
English proficiency Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Speaks English only 245,362 88.0 66.3 228,583 88.3 68.5 +16,779
Speaks another language,
and English well or very well
19,315 6.9 24.0 16,759 6.5 21.1 +2,557
Speaks another language,
and English not well or not
at all
3,492 1.3 5.0 3,276 1.3 4.9 +217
Not Stated 10,676 3.8 4.6 10,396 4.0 5.6 +280
Total population 278,846 100.0 100.0 259,014 100.0 100.0 +19,833
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Proficiency in English, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the proficiency in English data for the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that
there was a higher proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a lower proportion of persons who spoke
another language and English not well or not at all.
Overall, 88.0% of persons spoke English only, and 1.3% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,
compared with 66.3% and 5.0% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were
in those speaking:
Speaks English only (+16,779 persons)
Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+2,557 persons)
Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+217 persons)
Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home other
than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic groups and
nationalities are retaining their language.
The G21 Region's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in
English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the
multicultural community.
Language spoken at home
Language spoken at home - ranked by size
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Language (excludesEnglish) Number %
GreaterMelbourne Number %
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
Italian 2,964 1.1 2.8 3,141 1.2 3.3 -177
Croatian 2,308 0.8 0.5 2,454 0.9 0.5 -146
Macedonian 1,182 0.4 0.7 1,221 0.5 0.8 -39
Greek 1,130 0.4 2.8 1,066 0.4 3.1 +65
German 1,069 0.4 0.4 1,154 0.4 0.4 -85
Mandarin 923 0.3 2.5 582 0.2 1.7 +341
Serbian 870 0.3 0.4 907 0.4 0.4 -37
Filipino/Tagalog 819 0.3 0.7 495 0.2 0.6 +324
Dutch 751 0.3 0.2 821 0.3 0.2 -70
Polish 640 0.2 0.4 682 0.3 0.4 -42
Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.
Language - summary
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Language summary Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Speaks English only 245,295 87.9 66.3 228,590 88.3 68.5 +16,705
Non-English total 22,609 8.1 29.1 19,846 7.7 26.0 +2,764
Not stated 11,009 3.9 4.6 10,576 4.1 5.6 +434
Total Population 278,915 100.0 100.0 259,012 100.0 100.0 +19,903
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Language spoken at home, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater
Melbourne shows that there was a larger proportion of people who spoke English only, and a smaller proportion of
those speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English).
Overall, 87.9% of the population spoke English only, and 8.1% spoke a non-English language, compared with 66.3%
and 29.1% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in the G21 Region was Italian, with 1.1% of the
population, or 2,964 people speaking this language at home.
The major differences between the languages spoken at home for the population of the G21 Region and Greater
Melbourne in 2011 were:
A smaller percentage speaking Greek at home (0.4% compared to 2.8%)
A smaller percentage speaking Mandarin at home (0.3% compared to 2.5%)
A smaller percentage speaking Vietnamese at home (0.2% compared to 2.1%)
A smaller percentage speaking Italian at home (1.1% compared to 2.8%)
Emerging groups
Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by
2,763 or 13.9%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 16,705 or 7.3%.
The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were for
those speaking:
Karen (+361 persons)
Mandarin (+341 persons)
Filipino/Tagalog (+324 persons)
Hindi (+184 persons)
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The G21 Region's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in
conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing
the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious
compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the
population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief
systems.
The G21 Region's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as Country
of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.
Religion
Religions - ranked by size
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Religion Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Western (Roman) Catholic 76,133 27.3 27.1 70,328 27.2 28.2 +5,806
Anglican 40,247 14.4 10.8 40,045 15.5 12.2 +203
Uniting Church 20,678 7.4 3.4 22,462 8.7 4.0 -1,783
Presbyterian and Reformed 11,247 4.0 2.1 11,498 4.4 2.3 -250
Baptist 5,741 2.1 1.5 4,774 1.8 1.4 +968
Christian,nfd 5,599 2.0 1.9 3,948 1.5 1.4 +1,652
Lutheran 3,248 1.2 0.6 3,173 1.2 0.7 +76
Buddhism 2,642 0.9 4.0 1,720 0.7 3.5 +922
Greek Orthodox 2,121 0.8 4.0 2,087 0.8 4.3 +35
Islam 1,678 0.6 3.6 1,142 0.4 2.8 +536
Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.
Religions - summary
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Religion totals Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Christian total 173,819 62.3 55.8 167,311 64.6 59.0 +6,509
Non Christian total 6,649 2.4 11.8 4,232 1.6 9.1 +2,417
Non-classifiable religious
belief
2,300 0.8 0.9 2,133 0.8 0.8 +167
No religion 72,259 25.9 23.5 56,318 21.7 20.0 +15,942
Not stated 23,863 8.6 8.1 29,021 11.2 11.1 -5,158
Total Population 278,891 100.0 100.0 259,015 100.0 100.0 +19,877
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Religion, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in religion, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows
that there was a lower proportion of people who professed a religion and a higher proportion who stated they had no
religion.
Overall, 64.7% of the population nominated a religion, and 25.9% said they had no religion, compared with 67.6%
and 23.5% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The largest single religion in the G21 Region was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 27.3% of the population or 76,133
people as adherents.
The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne
were:
A larger percentage who nominated Uniting Church (7.4% compared to 3.4%)
A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (14.4% compared to 10.8%)
A larger percentage who nominated Presbyterian and Reformed (4.0% compared to 2.1%)
A smaller percentage who nominated Greek Orthodox (0.8% compared to 4.0%)
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were for
those who nominated:
Western (Roman) Catholic (+5,806 persons)
Uniting Church (-1,783 persons)
Christian,nfd (+1,652 persons)
Baptist (+968 persons)
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Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most
important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and
Occupation, the G21 Region's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-
economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.
Qualifications
Highest qualification achieved
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Qualification level Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Bachelor or Higher degree 35,383 15.7 23.6 26,348 12.7 19.6 +9,035
Advanced Diploma or
Diploma
18,878 8.4 8.8 15,055 7.2 7.7 +3,823
Vocational 46,071 20.4 15.0 38,125 18.3 14.2 +7,947
No qualification 101,990 45.2 42.4 102,492 49.3 45.8 -501
Not stated 23,348 10.3 10.3 25,755 12.4 12.8 -2,406
Total persons aged 15+ 225,672 100.0 100.0 207,775 100.0 100.0 +17,897
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest qualification achieved, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the qualifications of the population in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that
there was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or
Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a higher proportion of people with no formal qualifications.
Overall, 44.5% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 45.2% had no qualifications,
compared with 47.3% and 42.4% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between qualifications held by the population of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (20.4% compared to 15.0%)
A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (45.2% compared to 42.4%)
A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (15.7% compared to 23.6%)
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were in those
with:
Bachelor or Higher degrees (+9,035 persons)
Vocational qualifications (+7,947 persons)
Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+3,823 persons)
No qualifications (-501 persons)
Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators, such
as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access services.
Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.
Highest level of schooling
Highest level of secondary schooling completed
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Level of schooling Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Year 8 or below 16,278 7.2 6.4 18,607 9.0 7.8 -2,328
Year 9 or equivalent 18,779 8.3 5.5 18,982 9.1 6.2 -203
Year 10 or equivalent 40,131 17.8 12.9 39,019 18.8 14.1 +1,112
Year 11 or equivalent 37,686 16.7 11.5 36,169 17.4 12.6 +1,517
Year 12 or equivalent 93,596 41.5 54.6 75,255 36.2 48.4 +18,341
Did not go to school 1,208 0.5 1.2 1,143 0.6 1.3 +65
Not stated 18,039 8.0 7.9 18,597 9.0 9.7 -557
Total persons aged 15+ 225,719 100.0 100.0 207,772 100.0 100.0 +17,947
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Highest level of schooling completed, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater
Melbourne shows that there was a higher proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or less)
and a lower proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Overall, 33.8% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 41.5% went on to complete Year 12 or
equivalent, compared with 26.0% and 54.6% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in the G21 Region and Greater
Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons who completed year 11 or equivalent (16.7% compared to 11.5%)
A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (17.8% compared to 12.9%)
A larger percentage of persons who completed year 9 or equivalent (8.3% compared to 5.5%)
A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (41.5% compared to 54.6%)
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in the G21 Region, between 2006 and 2011
were:
Year 12 or equivalent (+18,341 persons)
Year 8 or below (-2,328 persons)
Year 11 or equivalent (+1,517 persons)
Year 10 or equivalent (+1,112 persons)
Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The share of the G21 Region's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the
population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean
young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out
educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties.
This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.
Education institution attending
Education institute attending
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Type of institute Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Pre-school 4,636 1.7 1.7 4,365 1.7 1.6 +272
Primary school 22,507 8.1 7.6 22,254 8.6 7.9 +253
Primary - Government 15,477 5.5 4.9 15,985 6.2 5.2 -507
Primary - Catholic 4,723 1.7 1.7 4,166 1.6 1.8 +557
Primary - Independent 2,305 0.8 0.9 2,103 0.8 0.9 +203
Secondary school 19,121 6.9 6.3 18,678 7.2 6.5 +444
Secondary - Government 10,098 3.6 3.4 10,791 4.2 3.6 -692
Secondary - Catholic 5,098 1.8 1.5 4,330 1.7 1.5 +769
Secondary - Independent 3,924 1.4 1.4 3,557 1.4 1.4 +368
TAFE 6,185 2.2 2.2 5,229 2.0 2.1 +957
University 9,354 3.4 5.3 7,058 2.7 4.7 +2,297
Other 2,318 0.8 1.0 1,682 0.6 0.8 +637
Not attending 197,889 71.0 69.2 181,654 70.1 68.2 +16,235
Not stated 16,876 6.1 6.6 18,093 7.0 8.2 -1,217
Total 278,891 100.0 100.0 259,013 100.0 100.0 +19,878
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Education institute attending, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in education institute attending, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to
Greater Melbourne shows that there was a higher proportion attending primary school, a higher proportion attending
secondary school, and a lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education.
Overall, 8.1% of the population were attending primary school, 6.9% of the population were attending secondary
institutions, and 5.6% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 7.6%, 6.3% and 7.6% respectively for Greater
Melbourne.
The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in the G21 Region and
Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons not attending (71.0% compared to 69.2%)
A smaller percentage of persons attending University (3.4% compared to 5.3%)
Emerging groups
From 2006 to 2011, G21 Region's population aged 15 years and over increased by 19,870 people (+7.7%). This
represents an average annual change of 1.49% per year over the period.
The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in the G21 Region, between 2006 and
2011 were in those who nominated:
University (+2,297 persons)
TAFE (+957 persons)
Secondary - Catholic (+769 persons)
Secondary - Government (-692 persons)
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The G21 Region's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound disability. The
information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional care and in the
provision of information and support to carers. The G21 Region's disability statistics help in understanding the
prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with
a disability, how that support is provided.
Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be
treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.
Need for assistance
Need for assistance with core activities
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number
% of total agegroup
GreaterMelbourne Number
% of total agegroup
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
0 to 4 129 0.7 1.0 165 1.0 0.8 -36
5 to 9 557 3.2 2.5 426 2.5 2.0 +132
10 to 19 977 2.7 2.0 733 2.0 1.5 +245
20 to 59 4,113 2.9 2.0 3,266 2.4 1.8 +848
60 to 64 997 5.7 6.1 804 6.1 5.6 +194
65 to 69 972 7.2 7.8 677 6.1 6.9 +296
70 to 74 982 9.3 11.6 806 8.4 10.7 +177
75 to 79 1,258 15.0 18.7 1,211 13.9 16.9 +47
80 to 84 1,824 25.5 28.9 1,640 25.0 27.9 +185
85 and over 3,108 48.2 48.4 2,403 46.8 46.9 +705
Total persons needing
assistance
14,923 5.4 4.5 12,131 4.7 4.0 +2,792
Need for assistance with core activities
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number %
GreaterMelbourne Number %
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
Total persons needing
assistance
14,923 5.4 4.5 12,131 4.7 4.0 +2,792
Total persons not needing
assistance
251,094 90.1 90.3 234,155 90.4 89.7 +16,940
Not stated 12,748 4.6 5.2 12,726 4.9 6.3 +23
Total population 278,766 100.0 100.0 259,012 100.0 100.0 +19,755
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Need for assistance with core activities, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in need for assistance with core activities, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in the G21 Region compared to Greater Melbourne shows that there
was a higher proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities.
Overall, 5.4% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 4.5% for Greater
Melbourne.
The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne
were:
A smaller percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (15.0% compared to 18.7%)
A smaller percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (25.5% compared to 28.9%)
A smaller percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (9.3% compared to 11.6%)
Emerging groups
The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in the G21 Region
were in the age groups:
20 to 59 (+848 persons)
85 and over (+705 persons)
65 to 69 (+296 persons)
10 to 19 (+245 persons)
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The G21 Region's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or
part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and
social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure,
which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available
in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).
Employment status
Employment status
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Employment status Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Employed 127,680 95.0 94.5 114,489 94.2 94.7 +13,191
Employed full-time 75,008 55.8 60.1 68,935 56.7 61.0 +6,073
Employed part-time 50,226 37.4 32.3 42,551 35.0 31.0 +7,675
Hours worked not stated 2,447 1.8 2.1 3,003 2.5 2.7 -556
Unemployed 6,751 5.0 5.5 7,097 5.8 5.3 -346
Looking for full-time work 3,963 2.9 3.1 4,526 3.7 3.2 -563
Looking for part-time work 2,788 2.1 2.4 2,571 2.1 2.1 +217
Total Labour Force 134,430 100.0 100.0 121,586 100.0 100.0 +12,844
Labour force status
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Labour force status Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Total Labour force 134,430 59.6 62.5 121,586 58.5 61.2 +12,844
Not in the labour force 81,262 36.0 32.2 75,699 36.4 32.4 +5,564
Labour force status not stated 9,938 4.4 5.3 10,485 5.0 6.5 -547
Total persons aged 15+ 225,631 100.0 100.0 207,770 100.0 100.0 +17,861
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Employment status, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in employment status, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
The size of the G21 Region's labour force in 2011 was 134,430 persons, of which 50,226 were employed part-time
and 75,008 were full time workers.
Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to
Greater Melbourne shows that there was a similar proportion in employment, as well as a similar proportion
unemployed. Overall, 95.0% of the labour force was employed (56.6% of the population aged 15+), and 5.0%
unemployed (3.0% of the population aged 15+), compared with 94.5% and 5.5% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed
or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition
are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work
are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995).
Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in the G21 Region in 2011 shows that there was a
lower proportion in the labour force (59.6%) compared with Greater Melbourne (62.5%).
Emerging groups
Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in the G21 Region showed an increase of 13,191 persons
and the number unemployed showed a decrease of 346 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the
labour force showed an increase of 12,844 persons, or 10.6%.
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The G21 Region’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within theresiding area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents as
well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region.
When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector
statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.
Industry sectors of employment
Industry sector of employment
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Industry sector Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Agriculture, Forestry and
Fishing
3,303 2.6 0.5 3,625 3.2 0.6 -321
Mining 203 0.2 0.2 237 0.2 0.2 -34
Manufacturing 14,282 11.2 10.8 15,505 13.5 12.9 -1,223
Electricity, Gas, Water and
Waste Services
1,422 1.1 1.0 1,129 1.0 0.7 +294
Construction 12,635 9.9 8.2 10,248 9.0 7.4 +2,387
Retail Trade 15,495 12.2 10.6 14,886 13.0 11.3 +609
Wholesale trade 4,235 3.3 5.0 4,388 3.8 5.5 -152
Accommodation and Food
Services
8,864 7.0 5.9 7,563 6.6 5.6 +1,301
Transport, Postal and
Warehousing
5,379 4.2 4.8 4,902 4.3 4.7 +478
Information Media and
Telecommunications
1,490 1.2 2.3 1,720 1.5 2.5 -229
Financial and Insurance
Services
3,342 2.6 4.8 2,503 2.2 4.7 +839
Rental, Hiring and Real
Estate Services
1,498 1.2 1.5 1,492 1.3 1.4 +7
Professional, Scientific and
Technical Services
6,343 5.0 8.9 5,311 4.6 8.2 +1,033
Administrative and Support
Services
4,081 3.2 3.5 3,571 3.1 3.5 +511
Public Administration and
Safety
7,567 5.9 5.1 6,364 5.6 5.0 +1,204
Education and Training 11,494 9.0 7.9 9,691 8.5 7.6 +1,803
Health Care and Social
Assistance
17,122 13.4 11.1 13,229 11.6 10.0 +3,894
Arts and Recreation Services 1,966 1.5 1.8 1,654 1.4 1.7 +312
Other Services 4,548 3.6 3.6 4,098 3.6 3.6 +451
Inadequately described or
not stated
2,167 1.7 2.5 2,370 2.1 2.7 -202
Total employed persons
aged 15+
127,446 100.0 100.0 114,486 100.0 100.0 +12,961
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Industry sector of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Change in industry sector of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be within the
residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities available in
the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with other
indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for evaluating the
G21 Region's socio-economic status and skill base.
Occupations of employment
Occupation of employment
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Occupation Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Managers 15,124 11.8 12.5 14,012 12.2 12.5 +1,112
Professionals 24,486 19.2 24.1 20,381 17.8 22.5 +4,105
Technicians and Trades
Workers
20,468 16.0 13.4 18,822 16.4 13.6 +1,647
Community and Personal
Service Workers
13,998 11.0 8.9 10,959 9.6 8.2 +3,039
Clerical and Administrative
Workers
15,649 12.3 15.3 14,472 12.6 15.9 +1,177
Sales Workers 12,974 10.2 9.7 12,133 10.6 10.2 +841
Machinery Operators And
Drivers
8,303 6.5 5.9 8,227 7.2 6.4 +76
Labourers 13,881 10.9 8.0 13,508 11.8 8.7 +373
Inadequately described 2,774 2.2 2.3 1,975 1.7 2.0 +800
Total employed persons
aged 15+
127,659 100.0 100.0 114,489 100.0 100.0 +13,171
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Occupation of employment, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in occupation of employment, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in G21 Region in 2011 shows the three most popular
occupations were:
Professionals (24,486 people or 19.2%)
Technicians and Trades Workers (20,468 people or 16.0%)
Clerical and Administrative Workers (15,649 people or 12.3%)
In combination these three occupations accounted for 60,603 people in total or 47.5% of the employed resident
population.
In comparison, Greater Melbourne employed 24.1% in Professionals; 13.4% in Technicians and Trades Workers; and
15.3% in Clerical and Administrative Workers.
The major differences between the jobs held by the population of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (10.9% compared to 8.0%)
A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (16.0% compared to 13.4%)
A larger percentage of persons employed as Community and Personal Service Workers (11.0% compared to 8.9%)
A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (19.2% compared to 24.1%)
Emerging groups
The number of employed people in G21 Region increased by 13,170 between 2006 and 2011.
The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in the G21 Region were for those
employed as:
Professionals (+4,105 persons)
Community and Personal Service Workers (+3,039 persons)
Technicians and Trades Workers (+1,647 persons)
Clerical and Administrative Workers (+1,177 persons)
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The G21 Region's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There are
a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of affordable
and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the distance
travelled to work.
Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness
and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car
Ownership.
Method of travel to work
Method of travel to work
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Main method of travel Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Train 3,118 2.5 10.0 2,326 2.1 8.5 +792
Bus 1,290 1.0 1.5 1,194 1.1 1.2 +96
Tram or Ferry 11 0.0 2.3 59 0.1 2.0 -48
Taxi 150 0.1 0.2 191 0.2 0.2 -41
Car - as driver 84,274 67.2 60.6 74,308 65.9 61.2 +9,966
Car - as passenger 6,723 5.4 4.3 5,901 5.2 4.7 +823
Truck 962 0.8 0.7 1,178 1.0 0.9 -215
Motorbike 267 0.2 0.4 442 0.4 0.5 -175
Bicycle 991 0.8 1.3 1,162 1.0 1.1 -171
Walked only 3,977 3.2 2.9 3,803 3.4 3.0 +174
Other 958 0.8 1.0 956 0.8 0.9 +2
Worked at home 5,762 4.6 3.7 5,301 4.7 3.7 +461
Did not go to work 14,921 11.9 9.4 14,095 12.5 10.2 +826
Not stated 2,043 1.6 1.6 1,918 1.7 1.9 +125
Total employed persons
aged 15+
125,450 100.0 100.0 112,834 100.0 100.0 +12,616
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Method of travel to work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
In 2011, there were 4,419 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in G21 Region,
compared with 92,226 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, or truck).
Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne
shows that 3.5% used public transport, while 73.5% used a private vehicle, compared with 13.8% and 66.1%
respectively in Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the method of travel to work of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (67.2% compared to 60.6%)
A larger percentage of persons who did not go to work (11.9% compared to 9.4%)
A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as a passenger) (5.4% compared to 4.3%)
A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by train (2.5% compared to 10.0%)
Emerging groups
The number of employed people in G21 Region increased by 12,616 between 2006 and 2011.
The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in the G21 Region between 2006 and
2011 were for those nominated:
Car - as driver (+9,966 persons)
Did not go to work (+826 persons)
Car - as passenger (+823 persons)
Train (+792 persons)
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The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the
cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors
impacting on the level of volunteering in the G21 Region include the Age Structure of the population, the level of
Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.
Volunteer work
Voluntary work
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Volunteer status Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Volunteer 45,256 20.1 15.8 42,343 20.4 15.7 +2,913
Not a volunteer 163,663 72.5 76.4 148,194 71.3 74.8 +15,470
Volunteer work not stated 16,786 7.4 7.8 17,234 8.3 9.5 -447
Total persons aged 15+ 225,706 100.0 100.0 207,771 100.0 100.0 +17,935
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Voluntary work, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater
Melbourne shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who volunteered for an organisation or group.
Overall, 20.1% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 15.8% for Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The number of volunteers in G21 Region increased by 2,913 people between 2006 and 2011.
Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in the G21 Region can be an important
indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing
proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home
support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by
Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense
of community cohesiveness.
Unpaid care
Unpaid care
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number %
GreaterMelbourne Number %
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
Provided unpaid assistance 27,559 12.2 10.9 23,385 11.3 10.0 +4,174
No unpaid assistance
provided
180,719 80.1 81.1 165,599 79.7 79.9 +15,120
Not stated 17,469 7.7 8.0 18,785 9.0 10.0 -1,315
Total persons aged 15+ 225,748 100.0 100.0 207,769 100.0 100.0 +17,979
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Unpaid care, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne
shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who provided unpaid care either to family members or others.
Overall, 12.2% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 10.9% for Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The number of people who provided unpaid assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age in the
G21 Region increased by 4,174 people between 2006 and 2011.
Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household
Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio-
economic status of the G21 Region. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors
including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications
and type of employment.
The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to
Individual Income Quartiles.
Individual income
Weekly individual gross income
G21 Region 2011
Weekly income Number %Greater
Melbourne
Negative Income/ Nil income 16,063 7.1 9.4
$1-$199 18,285 8.1 7.8
$200-$299 26,224 11.6 9.8
$300-$399 25,554 11.3 8.9
$400-$599 29,783 13.2 10.8
$600-$799 24,732 11.0 10.2
$800-$999 18,438 8.2 8.5
$1000-$1249 17,341 7.7 8.3
$1250-$1499 11,302 5.0 5.8
$1500-$1999 12,345 5.5 6.4
$2000 or more 9,275 4.1 6.5
Not stated 16,403 7.3 7.7
Total persons aged 15+ 225,751 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of individual income levels in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that there was
a lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a higher
proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week).
Overall, 9.6% of the population earned a high income, and 38.2% earned a low income, compared with 12.9% and
35.8% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the G21 Region's individual incomes and Greater Melbourne's individual incomes
were:
A larger percentage of persons who earned $400-$599 (13.2% compared to 10.8%)
A larger percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (11.3% compared to 8.9%)
A larger percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (11.6% compared to 9.8%)
A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (4.1% compared to 6.5%)
Weekly individual gross income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. The G21 Region's Household Income is one of the most
important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications and
Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of the G21 Region. It is
important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large
number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large
capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household
Composition.
The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to
Household Income Quartiles.
Household income
Weekly household income
G21 Region 2011
Weekly income Number %Greater
Melbourne
Negative Income/Nil Income 1,132 1.1 1.7
$1-$199 1,703 1.6 1.6
$200-$299 3,299 3.1 2.4
$300-$399 7,833 7.4 5.3
$400-$599 11,662 11.0 8.1
$600-$799 10,337 9.7 7.7
$800-$999 9,336 8.8 7.5
$1000-$1249 8,886 8.4 8.0
$1250-$1499 7,890 7.4 7.4
$1500-$1999 11,836 11.1 11.7
$2000-$2499 8,199 7.7 8.6
$2500-$2999 6,307 5.9 8.4
$3000-$3499 3,543 3.3 4.9
$3500-$3999 1,333 1.3 2.4
$4000-$4999 1,000 0.9 2.0
$5000 or more 736 0.7 1.8
Not stated 11,262 10.6 10.6
Total households 106,304 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of household income levels in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that there was
a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion of
low income households (those earning less than $600 per week).
Overall, 12.2% of the households earned a high income, and 24.1% were low income households, compared with
19.4% and 19.2% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the household incomes of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of households who earned $400-$599 (11.0% compared to 8.1%)
A larger percentage of households who earned $600-$799 (9.7% compared to 7.7%)
A larger percentage of households who earned $300-$399 (7.4% compared to 5.3%)
A larger percentage of households who earned $800-$999 (8.8% compared to 7.5%)
Weekly household income, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It reveals the
area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand for services
and facilities as most are related to age and household types.
To continue building the story, the G21 Region's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with
Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.
Households summary
Household types
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Households by type Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Couples with children 31,873 29.2 33.6 30,333 30.3 33.5 +1,540
Couples without children 29,057 26.7 23.5 26,701 26.7 22.9 +2,356
One parent families 11,836 10.9 10.4 10,801 10.8 10.4 +1,036
Other families 960 0.9 1.4 903 0.9 1.4 +57
Group household 3,283 3.0 4.5 2,913 2.9 4.2 +371
Lone person 27,893 25.6 22.3 24,958 25.0 22.5 +2,935
Other not classifiable
household
2,787 2.6 3.4 2,481 2.5 4.3 +306
Visitor only households 1,318 1.2 0.9 941 0.9 0.7 +377
Total households 109,009 100.0 100.0 100,031 100.0 100.0 +8,978
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Household types, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the household/family types in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that there
was a lower proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a similar proportion of one-parent families. Overall,
29.2% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 10.9% were one-parent families, compared with 33.6%
and 10.4% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
There were a higher proportion of lone person households and a higher proportion of couples without children.
Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 25.6% compared to 22.3% in Greater Melbourne while the
proportion of couples without children was 26.7% compared to 23.5% in Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The number of households in G21 Region increased by 8,978 between 2006 and 2011.
The largest changes in family/household types in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were:
Lone person (+2,935 households)
Couples without children (+2,356 households)
Couples with children (+1,540 households)
One parent families (+1,036 households)
Change in household types, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of
relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size
again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or
abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with
extended family members which significantly affects household size.
Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size
remained stable for the nation as a whole.
An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an
increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate
children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young
singles and couples to the area.
For greater insight, the G21 Region's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household Summary,
Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.
Household size
Household size
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Number of persons usuallyresident Number %
GreaterMelbourne Number %
GreaterMelbourne 2006 to 2011
1 person 27,809 26.5 23.3 24,921 25.8 23.7 +2,889
2 persons 36,888 35.1 32.0 33,984 35.2 32.1 +2,904
3 persons 15,566 14.8 17.0 14,395 14.9 16.6 +1,171
4 persons 15,403 14.7 17.4 14,552 15.1 17.2 +851
5 persons 6,762 6.4 7.2 6,373 6.6 7.3 +389
6 or more persons 2,561 2.4 3.2 2,388 2.5 3.0 +173
Total classifiable households 104,991 100.0 100.0 96,613 100.0 100.0 +8,378
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Household size, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in household size, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in the G21 Region compared with Greater
Melbourne shows that there were a higher proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger
households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 26.5% of lone person households, and 23.6% of
larger households, compared with 23.3% and 27.8% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
The major differences in the household size for the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (26.5% compared to 23.3%)
A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (35.1% compared to 32.0%)
A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (14.7% compared to 17.4%)
A smaller percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (14.8% compared to 17.0%)
Emerging groups
The number of households in G21 Region increased by 8,378 between 2006 and 2011.
The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in the G21 Region between 2006 and
2011 were:
2 persons (+2,904 households)
1 person (+2,889 households)
3 persons (+1,171 households)
4 persons (+851 households)
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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of the G21 Region's residential role and function. A greater concentration
of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting. Larger,
detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential built form
often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around public
transport nodes or employment centres.
Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and
Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in the G21 Region.
Dwelling type
Dwelling structure
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Dwelling type Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Separate house 114,567 85.7 71.1 104,872 85.9 71.6 +9,695
Medium density 17,280 12.9 21.1 15,685 12.9 21.5 +1,595
High density 542 0.4 7.2 289 0.2 6.3 +253
Caravans, cabin, houseboat 843 0.6 0.2 647 0.5 0.3 +196
Other 331 0.2 0.3 504 0.4 0.3 -173
Not stated 56 0.0 0.0 32 0.0 0.0 +24
Total Private Dwellings 133,619 100.0 100.0 122,029 100.0 100.0 +11,590
Dwelling type
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Dwelling type Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Occupied private dwellings 109,014 81.5 91.2 100,030 81.8 91.7 +8,984
Unoccupied private
dwellings
24,548 18.3 8.6 22,009 18.0 8.1 +2,539
Non private dwellings 257 0.2 0.2 268 0.2 0.2 -11
Total Dwellings 133,819 100.0 100.0 122,307 100.0 100.0 +11,512
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dwelling structure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in dwelling structure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
In 2011, there were 114,567 separate houses in the area, 17,280 medium density dwellings, and 542 high density
dwellings.
Analysis of the types of dwellings in the G21 Region in 2011 shows that 85.7% of all dwellings were separate houses;
12.9% were medium density dwellings, and 0.4% were high density dwellings, compared with 71.1%, 21.1%, and 7.2%
in the Greater Melbourne respectively.
In 2011, a total of 81.5% of the dwellings in the G21 Region were occupied on Census night, compared to 91.2% in
Greater Melbourne. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 18.3%, which is larger compared to that found in
Greater Melbourne (8.6%).
Emerging groups
The total number of dwellings in the G21 Region increased by 11,512 between 2006 and 2011.
The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were:
Separate house (+9,695 dwellings)
Medium density (+1,595 dwellings)
High density (+253 dwellings)
Caravans, cabin, houseboat (+196 dwellings)
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The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type
information, provides insight into the role the G21 Region plays in the housing market. For example, an area of high
density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young
couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty
nesters and some families.
In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around
housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.
Number of bedrooms per dwelling
Number of bedrooms per dwelling
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Number of bedrooms Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
0 or 1 bedrooms 4,136 3.8 5.5 3,708 3.7 5.0 +428
2 bedrooms 17,697 16.2 19.3 16,727 16.7 19.6 +970
3 bedrooms 55,658 51.1 43.8 53,021 53.0 45.2 +2,638
4 bedrooms 22,775 20.9 22.0 19,051 19.0 20.1 +3,725
5 bedrooms or more 4,002 3.7 4.3 3,165 3.2 3.9 +838
Not stated 4,737 4.3 5.1 4,366 4.4 6.2 +372
Total households 109,008 100.0 100.0 100,038 100.0 100.0 +8,970
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows that
there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, as well as a lower proportion of dwellings with 4 or
more bedrooms.
Overall, 20.0% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 24.6% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with
24.8% and 26.3% for Greater Melbourne respectively.
The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne
were:
A larger percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (51.1% compared to 43.8%)
A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (16.2% compared to 19.3%)
A smaller percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (3.8% compared to 5.5%)
A smaller percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (20.9% compared to 22.0%)
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were:
4 bedrooms (+3,725 dwellings)
3 bedrooms (+2,638 dwellings)
2 bedrooms (+970 dwellings)
5 bedrooms or more (+838 dwellings)
Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and
non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as
both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line.
Internet connectivity in the G21 Region can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income
and Age Structure.
Internet connection
Type of internet connection
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Connection type Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Total internet connection 78,784 72.3 76.4 55,497 55.5 61.0 +23,287
Broadband connection 70,675 64.8 70.0 34,171 34.2 42.7 +36,504
Dial-up connection 3,646 3.3 2.7 20,767 20.8 17.8 -17,120
Other connection 4,462 4.1 3.7 559 0.6 0.5 +3,903
No internet connection 23,743 21.8 16.8 38,992 39.0 31.5 -15,248
Not stated 6,465 5.9 6.8 5,541 5.5 7.5 +925
Total households 108,994 100.0 100.0 100,030 100.0 100.0 +8,964
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Type of internet connection, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in the G21 Region compared to Greater Melbourne shows
that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a
lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity.
Overall 25.1% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 64.8% had broadband
connectivity, compared with 19.5% and 70.0% respectively in Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 23,287.
The largest changes in the internet connectivity in the G21 Region, between 2006 and 2011 were:
Broadband connection (+36,504 households)
Total internet connection (+23,287 households)
Dial-up connection (-17,120 households)
Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The
number of motor vehicles per household in the G21 Region quantifies access to private transport and will be
influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public
Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these
factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic
measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.
Number of cars per household
Car ownership
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Number of cars Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
No motor vehicles 6,908 6.3 9.0 7,321 7.3 9.4 -413
1 motor vehicle 36,557 33.5 33.9 33,765 33.8 33.4 +2,793
2 motor vehicles 40,843 37.5 35.5 37,212 37.2 35.1 +3,632
3 or more motor vehicles 18,591 17.1 15.4 15,764 15.8 14.3 +2,828
Not stated 6,082 5.6 6.3 5,969 6.0 7.8 +114
Total households 108,984 100.0 100.0 100,031 100.0 100.0 +8,953
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
Car ownership, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the car ownership of the households in the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows
that 88.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 6.3% did not, compared with 84.8% and 9.0% respectively
in Greater Melbourne.
Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a similar proportion who owned just one car; a larger proportion
who owned two cars; and a larger proportion who owned three cars or more.
Overall, 33.5% of the households owned one car; 37.5% owned two cars; and 17.1% owned three cars or more,
compared with 33.9%; 35.5% and 15.4% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The largest changes in the household car ownership in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011 were:
2 motor vehicles (+3,632 households)
3 or more motor vehicles (+2,828 households)
1 motor vehicle (+2,793 households)
No motor vehicles (-413 households)
Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region's Housing Tenure data provides insights into its socio-economic status as well as the role it plays in
the housing market. For example, a high concentration of private renters may indicate a transient area attractive to
young singles and couples, while a concentration of home owners indicates a more settled area with mature families
and empty-nester Household Summary. Tenure can also reflect built form (Dwelling Type), with a significantly higher
share of renters in high density housing and a substantially larger proportion of home-owners in separate houses,
although this is not always the case.
In conjunction with other socio-economic status indicators in the G21 Region, Tenure data is useful for analysing
housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.
Housing tenure
Housing tenure
G21 Region 2011 2006 Change
Tenure type Number %Greater
Melbourne Number %Greater
Melbourne 2006 to 2011
Fully owned 39,335 36.1 31.5 38,266 38.3 33.1 +1,069
Mortgage 37,257 34.2 35.3 33,599 33.6 34.8 +3,659
Renting 25,895 23.8 26.5 22,140 22.1 24.3 +3,755
Renting - Social housing 4,022 3.7 2.9 3,719 3.7 3.0 +303
Renting - Private 21,276 19.5 23.1 17,692 17.7 20.7 +3,584
Renting - Not stated 597 0.5 0.5 729 0.7 0.6 -132
Other tenure type 866 0.8 0.7 691 0.7 0.6 +175
Not stated 5,628 5.2 5.9 5,333 5.3 7.2 +296
Total households 108,983 100.0 100.0 100,029 100.0 100.0 +8,954
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Housing tenure, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
Change in housing tenure, 2006 to 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of the G21 Region in 2011 compared to Greater Melbourne shows
that there was a larger proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a smaller proportion purchasing their
dwelling; and a smaller proportion who were renters.
Overall, 36.1% of the population owned their dwelling; 34.2% were purchasing, and 23.8% were renting, compared
with 31.5%, 35.3% and 26.5% respectively for Greater Melbourne.
Emerging groups
The largest changes in housing tenure categories for the households in the G21 Region between 2006 and 2011
were:
Mortgage (+3,659 persons)
Renting - Private (+3,584 persons)
Fully owned (+1,069 persons)
Renting - Social housing (+303 persons)
The total number of households in G21 Region increased by 8,954 between 2006 and 2011.
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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in the G21 Region, length of occupancy and the level of
equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress
households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher
proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely
to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere.
Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage
payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.
Housing loan repayments
Monthly housing loan repayments
G21 Region 2011
Monthly repayment amount Number %Greater
Melbourne
Nil repayments 801 2.2 2.2
$1-$149 341 0.9 0.8
$150-$299 576 1.5 1.0
$300-$449 1,114 3.0 2.1
$450-$599 1,111 3.0 2.0
$600-$799 2,029 5.5 3.6
$800-$999 2,659 7.1 4.8
$1000-$1199 3,223 8.7 6.3
$1200-$1399 3,733 10.0 7.4
$1400-$1599 3,325 8.9 7.3
$1600-$1799 3,583 9.6 8.3
$1800-$1999 2,434 6.5 6.5
$2000-$2199 3,362 9.0 10.7
$2200-$2399 1,386 3.7 4.9
$2400-$2599 915 2.5 4.0
$2600-$2999 1,793 4.8 7.0
$3000-$3999 1,821 4.9 9.2
$4000-$4999 609 1.6 3.5
$5000 and over 414 1.1 3.0
Not stated 1,982 5.3 5.6
Total households with a mortgage 37,221 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in the G21 Region compared to Greater Melbourne
shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or
more), and a larger proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month).
Overall, 12.5% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 23.2% were paying low repayments,
compared with 22.6% and 16.5% respectively in Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the household loan repayments of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of $1200-$1399 (10.0% compared to 7.4%)
A larger percentage of $1000-$1199 (8.7% compared to 6.3%)
A larger percentage of $800-$999 (7.1% compared to 4.8%)
A larger percentage of $600-$799 (5.5% compared to 3.6%)
Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in the G21 Region than mortgage repayments
because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling.
High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage,
or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income
households move by necessity for a lower cost of living.
Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over
time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.
Housing rental payments
Weekly housing rental payments
G21 Region 2011
Weekly rental amount Number %Greater
Melbourne
Nil 1,070 4.1 3.0
$1 - $74 589 2.3 1.3
$75 - $99 1,140 4.4 3.3
$100 - $124 1,240 4.8 2.1
$125 - $149 1,346 5.2 2.1
$150 - $174 2,010 7.7 2.9
$175 - $199 1,896 7.3 2.9
$200 - $224 2,774 10.6 5.2
$225 - $249 1,942 7.5 5.3
$250 - $274 2,922 11.2 8.4
$275 - $299 1,854 7.1 7.7
$300 - $324 2,069 7.9 11.6
$325 - $349 880 3.4 6.4
$350 - $374 1,086 4.2 7.9
$375 - $399 527 2.0 4.6
$400 - $424 583 2.2 4.9
$425 - $449 199 0.8 2.1
$450 - $549 551 2.1 7.6
$550 - $649 124 0.5 3.1
$650 - $749 76 0.3 1.5
$750 - $849 49 0.2 0.8
$850 - $949 34 0.1 0.4
$950+ 131 0.5 1.3
Rent Not stated 963 3.7 3.7
Total households renting 26,059 100.0 100.0
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.
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Dominant groups
Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in the G21 Region compared to Greater Melbourne
shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), and
a larger proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week).
Overall, 6.7% of households were paying high rental payments, and 20.7% were paying low payments, compared with
21.7% and 11.7% respectively in Greater Melbourne.
The major differences between the housing rental payments of the G21 Region and Greater Melbourne were:
A larger percentage of $200 - $224 (10.6% compared to 5.2%)
A larger percentage of $150 - $174 (7.7% compared to 2.9%)
A larger percentage of $175 - $199 (7.3% compared to 2.9%)
A larger percentage of $125 - $149 (5.2% compared to 2.1%)
Weekly housing rental payments, 2011
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.
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The G21 Region SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic disadvantage
based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level
of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of
disadvantage.
The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment,
high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged
communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between
areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced.
A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher
level of disadvantage.
SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas
SEIFA - disadvantage
Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in Victoria
Local Government Area 2011 index
Nillumbik (S) 1,098.3
Boroondara (C) 1,097.6
Bayside (C) 1,091.1
Stonnington (C) 1,083.7
Manningham (C) 1,071.4
Glen Eira (C) 1,069.4
Port Phillip (C) 1,065.7
Macedon Ranges (S) 1,055.1
Whitehorse (C) 1,051.2
Knox (C) 1,049.3
Banyule (C) 1,047.4
Monash (C) 1,044.9
Maroondah (C) 1,043.9
Kingston (C) 1,037.7
Yarra Ranges (S) 1,037.1
Moonee Valley (C) 1,027.1
Melbourne (C) 1,025.8
Cardinia (S) 1,024.3
Mornington Peninsula (S) 1,022.5
Yarra (C) 1,019.1
Unincorporated Vic 1,019.0
Moyne (S) 1,017.3
Wyndham (C) 1,013.4
Mansfield (S) 1,012.1
Indigo (S) 1,009.8
Moorabool (S) 1,008.5
Casey (C) 1,006.5
Melton (S) 1,002.1
Hobsons Bay (C) 1,001.7
G21 region 1,000.8
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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in Victoria
Local Government Area 2011 index
South Gippsland (S) 999.5
Baw Baw (S) 998.1
Moreland (C) 998.1
Murrindindi (S) 997.2
Frankston (C) 996.7
Mitchell (S) 996.1
Towong (S) 995.9
Southern Grampians (S) 994.5
Darebin (C) 990.3
Whittlesea (C) 988.6
Warrnambool (C) 988.6
Horsham (RC) 987.4
Alpine (S) 986.9
Corangamite (S) 986.1
West Wimmera (S) 985.6
Mount Alexander (S) 983.3
Greater Bendigo (C) 983.1
Wangaratta (RC) 981.1
Ballarat (C) 980.8
Hepburn (S) 979.6
Bass Coast (S) 977.5
Wodonga (RC) 974.7
Wellington (S) 974.1
Maribyrnong (C) 974.0
Strathbogie (S) 970.2
Buloke (S) 967.7
Campaspe (S) 964.1
Glenelg (S) 960.2
Gannawarra (S) 958.8
East Gippsland (S) 958.2
Benalla (RC) 957.2
Moira (S) 952.4
Yarriambiack (S) 952.4
Greater Shepparton (C) 951.9
Hume (C) 951.8
Ararat (RC) 950.5
Swan Hill (RC) 949.8
Hindmarsh (S) 946.6
Pyrenees (S) 939.9
Latrobe (C) 939.7
Northern Grampians (S) 937.6
Mildura (RC) 935.0
Loddon (S) 934.1
Brimbank (C) 925.8
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Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage
Local Government Areas in Victoria
Local Government Area 2011 index
Central Goldfields (S) 904.6
Greater Dandenong (C) 894.9
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, thepopulation experts.
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Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census
collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to
inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public.
The G21 Region Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the Region and its suburbs based on results
from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with
population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual
Estimated Resident Population (ERP).
Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an
accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography
Notes section.
Results for the G21 Region include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income, qualifications,
occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family structure,
household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings people
live in.
The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to
answer three important questions:
1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here?
2. How are they changing?
3. How do they compare to other areas?
This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it
changes.
You can be confident about the quality of the information as it is derived from Australian Bureau of Statistics data,
analysed and presented by population experts and funded by the G21 Region.
About the community profile
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