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City of Greater Shepparton

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Regional VIC

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Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/shepparton Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2 Population highlights 4 About the areas 6 Five year age groups 9 Ancestry 12 Birthplace 15 Year of arrival in Australia 17 Proficiency in English 19 Language spoken at home 22 Religion 25 Qualifications 27 Highest level of schooling 29 Education institution attending 32 Need for assistance 35 Employment status 38 Industry sectors of employment 41 Occupations of employment 44 Method of travel to work 47 Volunteer work 49 Unpaid care 51 Individual income 53 Household income 55 Households summary 57 Household size 60 Dwelling type 63 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65 Internet connection 67 Number of cars per household 69 Housing tenure 71 Housing loan repayments 73 Housing rental payments 75 SEIFA - disadvantage 78 About the community profile 79 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL City of Greater Shepparton 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 City of Greater Shepparton. 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 City of Greater Shepparton. 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)

City of Greater Shepparton

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 58,150 -- --

2002 58,419 +269 +0.46

2003 58,694 +275 +0.47

2004 58,687 -7 -0.01

2005 58,829 +142 +0.24

2006 59,427 +598 +1.02

2007 59,815 +388 +0.65

2008 60,383 +568 +0.95

2009 61,187 +804 +1.33

2010 61,591 +404 +0.66

2011 61,737 +146 +0.24

2012 62,320 +583 +0.94

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id The population experts

Page 3 of 81 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

Page 4 of 81 Population highlights City of Greater 2011 Regional VIC Victoria Australia Shepparton

41 Median age 38 37 37

Median weekly $1,216 $1,234 household $980 income $945

32% 31% Couples with 30% children 27%

11% Older couples 10% without children 9% 9%

Medium and 23% 25% high density 13% Housing 11%

34% Households 33% 33% with a mortgage 32%

$190 $277 $285 Median weekly rent $185

29% Households 28% renting 24% 26%

Non-English 20% 16% speaking 10% backgrounds 6%

5% 4% University 2% attendance 2%

13% 21% 19% Bachelor or Higher degree 11%

21% Vocational 19% 16% 18%

Page 5 of 81 2% 11% 10% Public transport (to work) 1%

Unemployment 6% 6% 5% 5%

SEIFA index of 978 1010 1002 disadvantage 952 2011

Page 6 of 81 About the area Location and boundaries The City of Greater Shepparton is located in north-central Victoria, about 180 kilometres north of Melbourne. The City of Greater Shepparton is bounded by Moira Shire in the north, Benalla Shire in the east, Strathbogie Shire in the south and the Shire of Campaspe in the west. Name origin Shepparton is named after Sherbourne Sheppard, an early land holder. It was originally known as Sheppardstown.

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 60,442 242,136 0.25 2011 Usual residents hectares (2,421 persons per hectare Km2)

City of Greater Shepparton

Legend Districts City of Greater Shepparton Urban Centre

Settlement history European settlement dates from 1836, with land used mainly for pastoral purposes. Growth was minimal until the 1870s and 1880s. The townships of Shepparton and Mooroopna grew as stopovers for the Echuca paddle-steamer service. Some growth took place in the early 1900s, aided by irrigation. Growth continued in the interwar period, with many dairy farms and orchards established. The most significant development occurred during the post-war years, with consistent growth over the last fifty years. The population increased slightly during the 1990s, rising from about 50,500 in 1991 to about 55,000 in 2001. The population then continued to rise slightly to about 59,500 in 2011. Page 7 of 81 Land use Land use The City of Greater Shepparton includes the major centre of Shepparton, as well as significant rural hinterland. Smaller urban areas and townships include Congupna, Dookie, Katandra, Merrigum, Mooroopna, Murchison, Tallygaroopna, Tatura, Toolamba and Undera. Three quarters of the population live in the main urban centres of Shepparton and Mooroopna. The City encompasses a total land area of 2,422 square kilometres. Rural land is used mainly for dairy farming and agriculture, including wineries and orchards, with the region being a major fruit and vegetable processing centre. Transport The City of Greater Shepparton is served by the Goulburn Valley Highway, the Midland Highway and the Melbourne- Shepparton railway line. Major features Major features of the City include The University of Melbourne (Dookie Campus and Rural Health Academic Centre), Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE (Shepparton Campuses), the Shepparton CBD, Victoria Park Lake, Riverside Gardens, SPC Ardmona KidsTown, Shepparton Art Gallery, Shepparton Museum and Historic Precinct, Bangerang Cultural Centre, Cosgrove Camel Farm, Emerald Bank Leisure Land, Tatura Immigration and Wartime Camps Museum, Tallygaroopna Homestead and SPC Ardmona Factory Sales. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Shepparton area were the Yorta-Yorta Aboriginal people. Included areas The City of Greater Shepparton includes the suburbs, townships and rural localities of Arcadia, Ardmona, Boxwood (part), Bunbartha, Byrneside, Caniambo, Congupna, Cooma, Coomboona, Cosgrove, Cosgrove South, Dhurringile, Dookie, Dookie College, Gillieston, Girgarre East, Gowangardie, Grahamvale, Harston, Karramomus, Katandra, Katandra West, Kialla, Kialla East, Kialla West, Kyabram (the rural part not the town), Kyabram South, Lancaster (part), Lemnos, Major Plains, Marionvale, Marungi (part), Merrigum, Moorilim (part), Mooroopna, Mooroopna North, Mooroopna North West, Mount Major, Murchison, Murchison East, Murchison North, Nalinga, Orrvale, Pine Lodge, Shepparton, Shepparton East, Shepparton North, St Germains, Stanhope South, Stewarton (part), Tallygaroopna, Tamleugh North, Tatura, Tatura East, Toolamba, Toolamba West, Undera, Violet Town (part), Waranga (part), Wyuna (part) and Zeerust.

Page 8 of 81 Five year age groups The Age Structure of the City of Greater Shepparton 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 City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Age structure - Five year age groups

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 4,307 7.1 6.3 3,770 6.6 6.0 +537

5 to 9 4,074 6.7 6.2 4,384 7.7 6.8 -310

10 to 14 4,568 7.6 6.7 4,514 7.9 7.5 +54

15 to 19 4,354 7.2 6.8 4,107 7.2 7.0 +247

20 to 24 3,486 5.8 5.5 3,266 5.7 5.5 +220

25 to 29 3,584 5.9 5.2 3,216 5.6 4.9 +368

30 to 34 3,483 5.8 5.2 3,669 6.4 5.8 -186

35 to 39 3,990 6.6 6.1 4,104 7.2 6.6 -114

40 to 44 4,210 7.0 6.7 4,113 7.2 7.1 +97

45 to 49 4,211 7.0 7.0 4,098 7.2 7.4 +113

50 to 54 4,067 6.7 7.1 3,813 6.7 7.1 +254

55 to 59 3,745 6.2 6.9 3,510 6.1 6.7 +235

60 to 64 3,401 5.6 6.6 2,670 4.7 5.4 +731

65 to 69 2,608 4.3 5.2 2,242 3.9 4.6 +366

70 to 74 2,107 3.5 4.1 1,826 3.2 3.8 +281

75 to 79 1,675 2.8 3.2 1,625 2.8 3.4 +50

80 to 84 1,321 2.2 2.6 1,215 2.1 2.5 +106

85 and over 1,251 2.1 2.3 946 1.7 2.0 +305

Total 60,442 100.0 100.0 57,088 100.0 100.0 +3,354

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 9 of 81 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.

Page 10 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the five year age groups of the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a lower proportion of people in the older age groups (65+). Overall, 21.4% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 14.8% were aged 65 years and over, compared with 19.2% and 17.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the age structure of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons aged 10 to 14 (7.6% compared to 6.7%) A larger percentage of persons aged 0 to 4 (7.1% compared to 6.3%) A larger percentage of persons aged 25 to 29 (5.9% compared to 5.2%) A larger percentage of persons aged 30 to 34 (5.8% compared to 5.2%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, City of Greater Shepparton's population increased by 3,354 people (5.9%). This represents an average annual population change of 1.15% 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 (+731 persons) 0 to 4 (+537 persons) 25 to 29 (+368 persons) 65 to 69 (+366 persons)

Page 11 of 81 Ancestry 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 City of Greater Shepparton 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 City of Greater Shepparton's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Australian 22,826 37.8 40.9 24,141 42.3 45.8 -1,315

English 21,307 35.3 39.9 18,807 32.9 35.8 +2,500

Irish 6,716 11.1 12.6 6,068 10.6 11.3 +648

Scottish 5,591 9.3 10.9 4,673 8.2 9.4 +918

Italian 4,818 8.0 3.6 4,721 8.3 3.5 +97

German 1,879 3.1 4.6 1,751 3.1 4.4 +128

Dutch 970 1.6 2.3 936 1.6 2.3 +34

Indian 841 1.4 0.5 293 0.5 0.2 +548

Albanian 752 1.2 0.1 722 1.3 0.1 +30

Greek 593 1.0 0.5 633 1.1 0.6 -40

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Not stated 4,753 7.9 6.6 4,565 8.0 7.1 +188

Total People 60,442 100.0 100.0 57,081 100.0 100.0 +3,361

Total responses 78,296 -- -- 72,773 -- -- +5,523

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 12 of 81 Ancestry, 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.

Page 13 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (22,826 people or 37.8%) English (21,307 people or 35.3%) Irish (6,716 people or 11.1%) Scottish (5,591 people or 9.3%) Italian (4,818 people or 8.0%) In combination these five ancestries account for 61,258 responses in total, or 101.35% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of people with Italian ancestry (8.0% compared to 3.6%) A larger percentage of people with Albanian ancestry (1.2% compared to 0.1%) A smaller percentage of people with English ancestry (35.3% compared to 39.9%) A smaller percentage of people with Australian ancestry (37.8% compared to 40.9%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were: English (+2,500 persons) Australian (-1,315 persons) Scottish (+918 persons) Irish (+648 persons)

Page 14 of 81 Birthplace Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in the City of Greater Shepparton. 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 City of Greater Shepparton's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Country of birth Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 United Kingdom 1,082 1.8 3.5 1,049 1.8 3.5 +33

Italy 985 1.6 0.6 1,090 1.9 0.7 -105

India 805 1.3 0.4 224 0.4 0.2 +581

New Zealand 606 1.0 1.0 524 0.9 0.9 +82

Afghanistan 557 0.9 0.1 121 0.2 0.0 +436

Iraq 389 0.6 0.1 343 0.6 0.0 +46

Turkey 329 0.5 0.1 347 0.6 0.1 -18

Albania 328 0.5 0.0 371 0.6 0.0 -43

Philippines 227 0.4 0.3 159 0.3 0.2 +68

Netherlands 213 0.4 0.6 227 0.4 0.6 -14

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Birthplace Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 7,929 13.1 10.6 6,173 10.8 10.1 +1,756

Non-English speaking 5,988 9.9 5.5 4,368 7.7 5.2 +1,620 backgrounds

Main English speaking 1,941 3.2 5.1 1,805 3.2 4.9 +136 countries

Australia 48,850 80.8 84.3 47,350 82.9 84.3 +1,500

Not Stated 3,663 6.1 5.0 3,562 6.2 5.6 +101

Total Population 60,442 100.0 100.0 57,085 100.0 100.0 +3,357

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 15 of 81 Country of birth, 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.

Page 16 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the country of birth of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a larger proportion of people born overseas, as well as a larger proportion of people from a non-English speaking background. Overall, 13.1% of the population was born overseas, and 9.9% were from a non-English speaking background, compared with 10.6% and 5.5% respectively for Regional VIC. The largest non-English speaking country of birth in the City of Greater Shepparton was Italy, where 1.6% of the population, or 985 people, were born. The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of people born in Italy (1.6% compared to 0.6%) A smaller percentage of people born in United Kingdom (1.8% compared to 3.5%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 1,756 or 28.4%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 1,620 or 37.1%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: India (+581 persons) Afghanistan (+436 persons) Sudan (+140 persons) Italy (-105 persons)

Page 17 of 81 Year of arrival in Australia 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 City of Greater Shepparton 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 City of Greater Shepparton'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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 2,147 27.0 15.8

2001 to 2005 1,064 13.4 7.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 1,035 13.0 8.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 471 5.9 9.4

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 482 6.1 11.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 935 11.8 19.2

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 1,355 17.1 23.5

Not stated 456 5.7 5.5

Total 7,945 100.0 100.0

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.

Page 18 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a larger proportion of recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011). Overall, 53.8% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 27.0% arrived during or after 2006, compared with 71.5% and 15.8% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the year of arrival data of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (27.0% compared to 15.8%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 2001 and 2005 (13.4% compared to 7.2%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1991 and 2000 (13.0% compared to 8.4%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (11.8% compared to 19.2%)

Page 19 of 81 Proficiency in English 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 City of Greater Shepparton'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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

English proficiency Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 49,700 82.2 90.4 48,685 85.3 91.1 +1,015

Speaks another language, 5,936 9.8 4.6 4,360 7.6 4.0 +1,576 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 1,743 2.9 0.8 1,313 2.3 0.7 +430 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 3,062 5.1 4.1 2,726 4.8 4.1 +336

Total population 60,441 100.0 100.0 57,084 100.0 100.0 +3,357

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.

Page 20 of 81 Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in those speaking: Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+1,576 persons) Speaks English only (+1,015 persons) Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+430 persons)

Page 21 of 81 Language spoken at home The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton'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 - ranked by size

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes English) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Italian 1,633 2.7 0.9 1,755 3.1 1.0 -122

Arabic 1,036 1.7 0.2 715 1.3 0.2 +321

Persian/Dari 644 1.1 0.1 114 0.2 0.0 +530

Turkish 580 1.0 0.1 626 1.1 0.1 -46

Albanian 504 0.8 0.0 490 0.9 0.1 +14

Punjabi 500 0.8 0.1 143 0.3 0.0 +357

Greek 234 0.4 0.2 269 0.5 0.3 -35

Macedonian 198 0.3 0.1 212 0.4 0.1 -14

Mandarin 141 0.2 0.2 68 0.1 0.1 +73

Filipino/Tagalog 140 0.2 0.2 100 0.2 0.1 +40

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Language summary Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 49,701 82.2 90.4 48,681 85.3 91.1 +1,020

Non-English total 7,544 12.5 5.3 5,634 9.9 4.7 +1,910

Not stated 3,195 5.3 4.3 2,770 4.9 4.2 +425

Total Population 60,440 100.0 100.0 57,085 100.0 100.0 +3,355

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 22 of 81 Language spoken at home, 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.

Page 23 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who spoke English only, and a larger proportion of those speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English). Overall, 82.2% of the population spoke English only, and 12.5% spoke a non-English language, compared with 90.4% and 5.3% respectively for Regional VIC. The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in the City of Greater Shepparton was Italian, with 2.7% of the population, or 1,633 people speaking this language at home. The major differences between the languages spoken at home for the population of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC in 2011 were: A larger percentage speaking Italian at home (2.7% compared to 0.9%) A larger percentage speaking Arabic at home (1.7% compared to 0.2%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by 1,910 or 33.9%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 1,020 or 2.1%. The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were for those speaking: Persian/Dari (+530 persons) Punjabi (+357 persons) Arabic (+321 persons) Italian (-122 persons)

Page 24 of 81 Religion The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton'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.

Religions - ranked by size

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Religion Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Western (Roman) Catholic 16,721 27.7 25.1 16,180 28.3 25.0 +541

Anglican 8,870 14.7 16.7 8,944 15.7 17.8 -74

Uniting Church 5,109 8.5 8.6 5,515 9.7 9.9 -406

Islam 2,976 4.9 0.6 2,187 3.8 0.5 +789

Presbyterian and Reformed 2,750 4.5 4.2 2,789 4.9 4.5 -39

Christian,nfd 1,126 1.9 1.9 713 1.2 1.4 +413

Pentecostal 642 1.1 0.8 672 1.2 0.9 -30

Greek Orthodox 602 1.0 0.5 632 1.1 0.5 -30

Sikhism 508 0.8 0.1 164 0.3 0.0 +344

Baptist 481 0.8 1.4 556 1.0 1.4 -75

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Religion totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Christian total 37,799 62.5 62.7 37,452 65.6 64.9 +347

Non Christian total 4,372 7.2 2.0 2,787 4.9 1.5 +1,585

Non-classifiable religious 435 0.7 0.8 286 0.5 0.7 +149 belief

No religion 12,193 20.2 25.4 10,202 17.9 21.5 +1,991

Not stated 5,642 9.3 9.0 6,357 11.1 11.4 -715

Total Population 60,441 100.0 100.0 57,084 100.0 100.0 +3,357

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 25 of 81 Religion, 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.

Page 26 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no religion. Overall, 69.8% of the population nominated a religion, and 20.2% said they had no religion, compared with 64.7% and 25.4% respectively for Regional VIC. The largest single religion in the City of Greater Shepparton was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 27.7% of the population or 16,721 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage who nominated Islam (4.9% compared to 0.6%) A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (27.7% compared to 25.1%) A smaller percentage who nominated Anglican (14.7% compared to 16.7%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Islam (+789 persons) Western (Roman) Catholic (+541 persons) Christian,nfd (+413 persons) Uniting Church (-406 persons)

Page 27 of 81 Qualifications 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 City of Greater Shepparton's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Highest qualification achieved

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Qualification level Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 5,001 10.5 12.5 4,104 9.2 10.5 +897

Advanced Diploma or 2,982 6.3 7.2 2,346 5.3 6.2 +636 Diploma

Vocational 8,851 18.6 20.7 7,361 16.6 18.5 +1,490

No qualification 24,931 52.5 48.4 25,098 56.5 52.2 -167

Not stated 5,733 12.1 11.1 5,511 12.4 12.7 +222

Total persons aged 15+ 47,498 100.0 100.0 44,420 100.0 100.0 +3,078

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.

Page 28 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the qualifications of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 35.4% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 52.5% had no qualifications, compared with 40.5% and 48.4% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (52.5% compared to 48.4%) A smaller percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (18.6% compared to 20.7%) A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (10.5% compared to 12.5%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Vocational qualifications (+1,490 persons) Bachelor or Higher degrees (+897 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+636 persons) No qualifications (-167 persons)

Page 29 of 81 Highest level of schooling The City of Greater Shepparton'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 secondary schooling completed

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Level of schooling Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 4,503 9.5 8.5 4,900 11.0 10.2 -397

Year 9 or equivalent 4,725 9.9 9.6 4,759 10.7 10.3 -34

Year 10 or equivalent 9,413 19.8 20.4 9,192 20.7 20.9 +221

Year 11 or equivalent 7,899 16.6 16.9 7,560 17.0 17.2 +339

Year 12 or equivalent 15,637 32.9 35.6 13,156 29.6 31.4 +2,481

Did not go to school 663 1.4 0.5 480 1.1 0.5 +183

Not stated 4,659 9.8 8.6 4,373 9.8 9.5 +286

Total persons aged 15+ 47,499 100.0 100.0 44,420 100.0 100.0 +3,079

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.

Page 30 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 40.6% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 32.9% went on to complete Year 12 or equivalent, compared with 39.0% and 35.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (9.5% compared to 8.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (32.9% compared to 35.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Greater Shepparton, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+2,481 persons) Year 8 or below (-397 persons) Year 11 or equivalent (+339 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (+221 persons)

Page 31 of 81 Education institution attending The share of the City of Greater Shepparton'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 institute attending

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Type of institute Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 983 1.6 1.6 914 1.6 1.5 +69

Primary school 5,175 8.6 8.1 5,585 9.8 8.9 -410

Primary - Government 3,649 6.0 5.5 4,177 7.3 6.5 -528

Primary - Catholic 1,278 2.1 1.9 1,196 2.1 1.8 +82

Primary - Independent 248 0.4 0.7 212 0.4 0.6 +36

Secondary school 4,534 7.5 6.9 4,315 7.6 7.4 +219

Secondary - Government 2,780 4.6 4.2 2,963 5.2 4.8 -183

Secondary - Catholic 1,293 2.1 1.8 1,042 1.8 1.6 +251

Secondary - Independent 461 0.8 1.0 310 0.5 0.9 +151

TAFE 1,364 2.3 2.2 1,160 2.0 1.9 +204

University 923 1.5 2.4 865 1.5 2.0 +58

Other 433 0.7 0.7 290 0.5 0.6 +143

Not attending 42,329 70.0 71.5 39,326 68.9 70.3 +3,003

Not stated 4,701 7.8 6.6 4,633 8.1 7.3 +68

Total 60,442 100.0 100.0 57,088 100.0 100.0 +3,354

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 32 of 81 Education institute attending, 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.

Page 33 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 8.6% of the population were attending primary school, 7.5% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 3.8% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.1%, 6.9% and 4.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major difference between the share of the population attending learning institutions in the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC was: A smaller percentage of persons not attending (70.0% compared to 71.5%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, City of Greater Shepparton's population aged 15 years and over increased by 3,354 people (+5.9%). This represents an average annual change of 1.15% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in the City of Greater Shepparton, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: Primary - Government (-528 persons) Primary school (-410 persons) Secondary - Catholic (+251 persons) Secondary school (+219 persons)

Page 34 of 81 Need for assistance The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton'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 with core activities

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age % of total age % of total age group (years) Number group Regional VIC Number group Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 49 1.1 1.1 29 0.8 1.0 +20

5 to 9 110 2.7 3.2 106 2.4 2.4 +4

10 to 19 236 2.6 2.8 153 1.8 2.1 +83

20 to 59 990 3.2 3.2 803 2.7 2.8 +187

60 to 64 213 6.3 6.7 151 5.7 5.8 +62

65 to 69 195 7.5 7.3 125 5.6 6.1 +70

70 to 74 221 10.5 9.4 173 9.4 8.3 +48

75 to 79 279 16.6 14.6 226 13.9 13.5 +53

80 to 84 339 25.6 23.6 278 22.9 24.9 +61

85 and over 641 50.9 47.0 386 40.7 47.0 +255

Total persons needing 3,273 5.4 5.7 2,430 4.3 4.9 +843 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age group (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 3,273 5.4 5.7 2,430 4.3 4.9 +843 assistance

Total persons not needing 53,486 88.5 89.4 51,351 90.0 90.1 +2,135 assistance

Not stated 3,681 6.1 4.9 3,305 5.8 5.1 +376

Total population 60,440 100.0 100.0 57,086 100.0 100.0 +3,354

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 35 of 81 Need for assistance with core activities, 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.

Page 36 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in the City of Greater Shepparton compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 5.4% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 5.7% for Regional VIC. The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons aged 85 and over (50.9% compared to 47.0%) A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (16.6% compared to 14.6%) A larger percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (25.6% compared to 23.6%) A larger percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (10.5% compared to 9.4%) Emerging groups The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in the City of Greater Shepparton were in the age groups: 85 and over (+255 persons) 20 to 59 (+187 persons) 10 to 19 (+83 persons) 65 to 69 (+70 persons)

Page 37 of 81 Employment status The City of Greater Shepparton'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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Employment status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Employed 26,645 94.5 94.8 25,517 94.0 94.3 +1,128

Employed full-time 16,427 58.2 56.2 16,023 59.0 57.4 +404

Employed part-time 9,587 34.0 36.5 8,742 32.2 34.3 +845

Hours worked not stated 631 2.2 2.1 752 2.8 2.6 -121

Unemployed 1,561 5.5 5.2 1,643 6.0 5.7 -82

Looking for full-time work 1,011 3.6 3.1 1,099 4.0 3.7 -88

Looking for part-time work 550 1.9 2.0 544 2.0 2.0 +6

Total Labour Force 28,206 100.0 100.0 27,160 100.0 100.0 +1,046

Labour force status

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Labour force status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 28,206 59.4 58.2 27,160 61.1 58.2 +1,046

Not in the labour force 16,647 35.0 36.8 14,671 33.0 36.4 +1,976

Labour force status not stated 2,647 5.6 5.0 2,588 5.8 5.4 +59

Total persons aged 15+ 47,500 100.0 100.0 44,419 100.0 100.0 +3,081

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 38 of 81 Employment status, 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.

Page 39 of 81 Dominant groups The size of the City of Greater Shepparton's labour force in 2011 was 28,206 persons, of which 9,587 were employed part-time and 16,427 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion in employment, as well as a similar proportion unemployed. Overall, 94.5% of the labour force was employed (56.1% of the population aged 15+), and 5.5% unemployed (3.3% of the population aged 15+), compared with 94.8% and 5.2% respectively for Regional VIC. 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 City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 shows that there was a higher proportion in the labour force (59.4%) compared with Regional VIC (58.2%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in the City of Greater Shepparton showed an increase of 1,128 persons and the number unemployed showed a decrease of 82 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 1,046 persons, or 3.9%.

Page 40 of 81 Industry sectors of employment The City of Greater Shepparton’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within the residing 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 sector of employment

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Industry sector Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 2,181 8.2 7.8 2,555 10.0 9.5 -374 Fishing

Mining 55 0.2 0.8 37 0.1 0.6 +18

Manufacturing 3,311 12.4 10.4 3,422 13.4 11.8 -111

Electricity, Gas, Water and 579 2.2 1.5 493 1.9 1.3 +86 Waste Services

Construction 2,114 7.9 8.9 1,885 7.4 8.1 +229

Retail Trade 3,381 12.7 11.6 3,376 13.2 12.3 +5

Wholesale trade 911 3.4 3.1 1,043 4.1 3.3 -132

Accommodation and Food 1,396 5.2 6.8 1,263 4.9 6.4 +133 Services

Transport, Postal and 1,093 4.1 4.1 1,045 4.1 4.0 +48 Warehousing

Information Media and 300 1.1 1.1 316 1.2 1.3 -16 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 473 1.8 2.0 555 2.2 2.0 -82 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 214 0.8 1.0 238 0.9 1.1 -24 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 1,027 3.9 4.0 952 3.7 3.6 +75 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 712 2.7 2.6 687 2.7 2.6 +25 Services

Public Administration and 1,093 4.1 6.1 1,012 4.0 5.7 +81 Safety

Education and Training 2,082 7.8 8.2 1,878 7.4 7.8 +204

Health Care and Social 3,775 14.2 13.1 3,069 12.0 11.5 +706 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 198 0.7 1.3 183 0.7 1.2 +15

Other Services 1,095 4.1 3.6 932 3.7 3.5 +163

Inadequately described or 661 2.5 2.1 576 2.3 2.3 +85 not stated

Total employed persons 26,651 100.0 100.0 25,517 100.0 100.0 +1,134 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 41 of 81 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.

Page 42 of 81 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.

Page 43 of 81 Occupations of employment The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Occupation Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Managers 3,971 14.9 15.2 4,142 16.2 16.4 -171

Professionals 4,453 16.7 16.7 3,957 15.5 15.5 +496

Technicians and Trades 3,768 14.1 15.4 3,494 13.7 15.3 +274 Workers

Community and Personal 2,380 8.9 10.3 2,043 8.0 9.1 +337 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 3,242 12.2 11.7 3,073 12.0 11.7 +169 Workers

Sales Workers 2,728 10.2 9.7 2,718 10.7 9.9 +10

Machinery Operators And 1,807 6.8 6.9 1,828 7.2 7.0 -21 Drivers

Labourers 3,780 14.2 12.3 3,785 14.8 13.3 -5

Inadequately described 520 2.0 2.0 477 1.9 1.8 +43

Total employed persons 26,649 100.0 100.0 25,517 100.0 100.0 +1,132 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 44 of 81 Occupation of employment, 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.

Page 45 of 81 Dominant groups An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Professionals (4,453 people or 16.7%) Managers (3,971 people or 14.9%) Labourers (3,780 people or 14.2%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 12,204 people in total or 45.8% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Regional VIC employed 16.7% in Professionals; 15.2% in Managers; and 12.3% in Labourers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (14.2% compared to 12.3%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Community and Personal Service Workers (8.9% compared to 10.3%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (14.1% compared to 15.4%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in City of Greater Shepparton increased by 1,132 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in the City of Greater Shepparton were for those employed as: Professionals (+496 persons) Community and Personal Service Workers (+337 persons) Technicians and Trades Workers (+274 persons) Managers (-171 persons)

Page 46 of 81 Method of travel to work The City of Greater Shepparton'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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Main method of travel Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Train 30 0.1 1.3 17 0.1 0.7 +13

Bus 150 0.6 0.8 87 0.3 0.7 +63

Tram or Ferry 11 0.0 0.0 8 0.0 0.0 +3

Taxi 50 0.2 0.1 29 0.1 0.2 +21

Car - as driver 18,292 69.3 64.8 16,558 65.6 62.3 +1,734

Car - as passenger 1,760 6.7 5.4 1,512 6.0 5.4 +248

Truck 200 0.8 1.0 266 1.1 1.2 -66

Motorbike 137 0.5 0.5 176 0.7 0.6 -39

Bicycle 264 1.0 0.9 390 1.5 1.1 -126

Walked only 1,084 4.1 4.5 1,271 5.0 5.3 -187

Other 252 1.0 1.3 287 1.1 1.2 -35

Worked at home 1,370 5.2 6.4 1,641 6.5 7.4 -271

Did not go to work 2,360 8.9 11.5 2,471 9.8 12.0 -111

Not stated 438 1.7 1.7 515 2.0 1.9 -77

Total employed persons 26,398 100.0 100.0 25,228 100.0 100.0 +1,170 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 47 of 81 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.

Page 48 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 191 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in City of Greater Shepparton, compared with 20,389 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 City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 0.7% used public transport, while 77.2% used a private vehicle, compared with 2.1% and 71.6% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the method of travel to work of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (69.3% compared to 64.8%) A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as a passenger) (6.7% compared to 5.4%) A smaller percentage of persons who did not go to work (8.9% compared to 11.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by train (0.1% compared to 1.3%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in City of Greater Shepparton increased by 1,170 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Car - as driver (+1,734 persons) Worked at home (-271 persons) Car - as passenger (+248 persons) Walked only (-187 persons)

Page 49 of 81 Volunteer work 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 City of Greater Shepparton include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Volunteer status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 9,342 19.7 23.4 9,260 20.8 24.3 +82

Not a volunteer 33,814 71.2 68.4 30,881 69.5 66.8 +2,933

Volunteer work not stated 4,342 9.1 8.1 4,280 9.6 8.9 +62

Total persons aged 15+ 47,498 100.0 100.0 44,421 100.0 100.0 +3,077

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.

Page 50 of 81 Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011

Page 51 of 81 Unpaid care The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in the City of Greater Shepparton 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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Provided unpaid assistance 5,521 11.6 12.4 4,816 10.8 11.3 +705

No unpaid assistance 37,424 78.8 79.1 35,088 79.0 79.1 +2,336 provided

Not stated 4,554 9.6 8.5 4,516 10.2 9.7 +38

Total persons aged 15+ 47,499 100.0 100.0 44,420 100.0 100.0 +3,079

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.

Page 52 of 81 Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011

Page 53 of 81 Individual income 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 City of Greater Shepparton. 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.

Weekly individual gross income

City of Greater Shepparton 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/ Nil income 2,940 6.2 6.6

$1-$199 3,782 8.0 8.0

$200-$299 5,705 12.0 12.5

$300-$399 5,441 11.5 12.5

$400-$599 6,762 14.2 14.1

$600-$799 5,897 12.4 11.5

$800-$999 4,176 8.8 8.1

$1000-$1249 3,487 7.3 7.1

$1250-$1499 1,959 4.1 4.3

$1500-$1999 1,881 4.0 4.4

$2000 or more 1,147 2.4 3.1

Not stated 4,323 9.1 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 47,500 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 54 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of individual income levels in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) as well as a lower proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week). Overall, 6.4% of the population earned a high income, and 37.6% earned a low income, compared with 7.5% and 39.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the City of Greater Shepparton's individual incomes and Regional VIC's individual incomes were: A larger percentage of persons who earned $600-$799 (12.4% compared to 11.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (11.5% compared to 12.5%)

Page 55 of 81 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton. 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.

Weekly household income

City of Greater Shepparton 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/Nil Income 245 1.1 1.2

$1-$199 364 1.7 1.8

$200-$299 735 3.3 3.5

$300-$399 1,672 7.6 8.4

$400-$599 2,620 11.9 12.3

$600-$799 2,323 10.5 10.6

$800-$999 2,090 9.5 9.3

$1000-$1249 1,979 9.0 8.5

$1250-$1499 1,703 7.7 7.5

$1500-$1999 2,396 10.9 10.3

$2000-$2499 1,619 7.3 6.7

$2500-$2999 900 4.1 4.5

$3000-$3499 526 2.4 2.5

$3500-$3999 208 0.9 0.9

$4000-$4999 124 0.6 0.6

$5000 or more 127 0.6 0.6

Not stated 2,414 11.0 10.7

Total households 22,045 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 56 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of household income levels in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of low income households (those earning less than $600 per week). Overall, 8.6% of the households earned a high income, and 25.6% were low income households, compared with 9.2% and 27.2% respectively for Regional VIC. There were no major differences between City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC in 2011.

Page 57 of 81 Households summary The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Household types

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Households by type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 6,768 29.7 26.9 6,754 32.0 28.7 +14

Couples without children 5,848 25.7 27.8 5,437 25.7 27.6 +411

One parent families 2,632 11.5 10.5 2,432 11.5 10.4 +200

Other families 186 0.8 0.8 191 0.9 0.9 -5

Group household 662 2.9 2.9 609 2.9 2.8 +53

Lone person 5,716 25.1 26.8 4,936 23.4 25.7 +780

Other not classifiable 747 3.3 2.6 577 2.7 2.5 +170 household

Visitor only households 240 1.1 1.6 186 0.9 1.4 +54

Total households 22,799 100.0 100.0 21,122 100.0 100.0 +1,677

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.

Page 58 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the household/family types in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a higher proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 29.7% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 11.5% were one-parent families, compared with 26.9% and 10.5% respectively for Regional VIC. There were a lower proportion of lone person households and a lower proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 25.1% compared to 26.8% in Regional VIC while the proportion of couples without children was 25.7% compared to 27.8% in Regional VIC. Emerging groups The number of households in City of Greater Shepparton increased by 1,677 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were: Lone person (+780 households) Couples without children (+411 households) One parent families (+200 households) Group household (+53 households)

Page 59 of 81 Household size 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 City of Greater Shepparton'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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually resident Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 1 person 5,711 26.2 27.9 4,930 24.2 26.7 +781

2 persons 7,394 33.9 36.3 6,954 34.2 36.1 +440

3 persons 3,246 14.9 13.9 3,102 15.2 14.0 +144

4 persons 3,153 14.5 13.1 3,118 15.3 13.8 +35

5 persons 1,471 6.7 6.2 1,561 7.7 6.7 -90

6 or more persons 831 3.8 2.6 692 3.4 2.7 +139

Total classifiable households 21,806 100.0 100.0 20,357 100.0 100.0 +1,449

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 60 of 81 Household size, 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.

Page 61 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of Greater Shepparton compared with Regional VIC shows that there were a lower proportion of lone person households, and a higher proportion of larger households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 26.2% of lone person households, and 25.0% of larger households, compared with 27.9% and 21.9% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences in the household size for the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (14.5% compared to 13.1%) A larger percentage of households with 6 or more persons usually resident (3.8% compared to 2.6%) A larger percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (14.9% compared to 13.9%) A smaller percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (33.9% compared to 36.3%) Emerging groups The number of households in City of Greater Shepparton increased by 1,449 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were: 1 person (+781 households) 2 persons (+440 households) 3 persons (+144 households) 6 or more persons (+139 households)

Page 62 of 81 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of the City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton.

Dwelling structure

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Separate house 21,509 85.3 87.8 19,513 84.2 87.8 +1,996

Medium density 3,155 12.5 10.4 3,127 13.5 10.3 +28

High density 8 0.0 0.3 12 0.1 0.2 -4

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 446 1.8 1.0 433 1.9 1.1 +13

Other 74 0.3 0.4 85 0.4 0.6 -11

Not stated 24 0.1 0.1 0 0.0 0.0 +24

Total Private Dwellings 25,216 100.0 100.0 23,170 100.0 100.0 +2,046

Dwelling type

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 22,798 90.2 83.3 21,125 90.9 83.8 +1,673

Unoccupied private 2,416 9.6 16.3 2,044 8.8 15.8 +372 dwellings

Non private dwellings 68 0.3 0.4 72 0.3 0.4 -4

Total Dwellings 25,282 100.0 100.0 23,241 100.0 100.0 +2,041

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 63 of 81 Dwelling structure, 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.

Page 64 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 21,509 separate houses in the area, 3,155 medium density dwellings, and 8 high density dwellings. In addition, there were 446 caravans/cabins/houseboats in the area. Analysis of the types of dwellings in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 shows that 85.3% of all dwellings were separate houses; 12.5% were medium density dwellings, and none% were high density dwellings, compared with 87.8%, 10.4%, and 0.3% in the Regional VIC respectively. In 2011, a total of 90.2% of the dwellings in the City of Greater Shepparton were occupied on Census night, compared to 83.3% in Regional VIC. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 9.6%, which is smaller compared to that found in Regional VIC (16.3%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in the City of Greater Shepparton increased by 2,041 between 2006 and 2011. The largest change in the type of dwellings found in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 was: Separate house (+1,996 dwellings)

Page 65 of 81 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 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 City of Greater Shepparton 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

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Number of bedrooms Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 909 4.0 3.9 858 4.1 4.0 +51

2 bedrooms 3,580 15.7 16.5 3,303 15.6 16.7 +277

3 bedrooms 11,550 50.7 50.4 11,177 52.9 51.8 +373

4 bedrooms 4,784 21.0 21.0 4,174 19.8 19.6 +610

5 bedrooms or more 664 2.9 3.5 573 2.7 3.2 +91

Not stated 1,310 5.7 4.8 1,039 4.9 4.6 +271

Total households 22,797 100.0 100.0 21,124 100.0 100.0 +1,673

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.

Page 66 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 19.7% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 23.9% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 20.4% and 24.4% for Regional VIC respectively. There were no major differences between City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 bedrooms (+610 dwellings) 3 bedrooms (+373 dwellings) 2 bedrooms (+277 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+91 dwellings)

Page 67 of 81 Internet connection 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 City of Greater Shepparton can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Connection type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 15,193 66.6 68.4 10,628 50.3 51.8 +4,565

Broadband connection 13,577 59.5 60.9 5,818 27.5 27.4 +7,759

Dial-up connection 722 3.2 3.6 4,684 22.2 23.8 -3,962

Other connection 894 3.9 3.9 126 0.6 0.6 +768

No internet connection 5,874 25.8 25.3 9,150 43.3 42.4 -3,276

Not stated 1,736 7.6 6.4 1,347 6.4 5.8 +389

Total households 22,803 100.0 100.0 21,125 100.0 100.0 +1,678

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.

Page 68 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in the City of Greater Shepparton compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity. Overall 28.9% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 59.5% had broadband connectivity, compared with 28.8% and 60.9% respectively in Regional VIC. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 4,565. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in the City of Greater Shepparton, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+7,759 households) Total internet connection (+4,565 households) Dial-up connection (-3,962 households)

Page 69 of 81 Number of cars per household 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 City of Greater Shepparton 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.

Car ownership

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Number of cars Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 1,598 7.0 6.4 1,508 7.1 7.1 +90

1 motor vehicle 7,199 31.6 33.0 6,620 31.3 33.0 +579

2 motor vehicles 8,197 36.0 36.1 7,750 36.7 36.3 +447

3 or more motor vehicles 4,179 18.3 18.4 3,849 18.2 17.4 +330

Not stated 1,626 7.1 6.1 1,398 6.6 6.2 +228

Total households 22,799 100.0 100.0 21,125 100.0 100.0 +1,674

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.

Page 70 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the car ownership of the households in the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 85.9% of the households owned at least one car, while 7.0% did not, compared with 87.5% and 6.4% respectively in Regional VIC. Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a smaller proportion who owned just one car; a similar proportion who owned two cars; and a similar proportion who owned three cars or more. Overall, 31.6% of the households owned one car; 36.0% owned two cars; and 18.3% owned three cars or more, compared with 33.0%; 36.1% and 18.4% respectively for Regional VIC. Emerging groups The largest changes in the household car ownership in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were: 1 motor vehicle (+579 households) 2 motor vehicles (+447 households) 3 or more motor vehicles (+330 households) No motor vehicles (+90 households)

Page 71 of 81 Housing tenure The City of Greater Shepparton'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 City of Greater Shepparton, Tenure data is useful for analysing housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

City of Greater Shepparton 2011 2006 Change

Tenure type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Fully owned 7,206 31.6 37.3 7,010 33.2 39.1 +196

Mortgage 7,561 33.2 32.1 7,145 33.8 31.8 +416

Renting 6,314 27.7 24.1 5,518 26.1 22.7 +796

Renting - Social housing 1,225 5.4 4.0 1,115 5.3 4.2 +110

Renting - Private 4,914 21.6 19.3 4,210 19.9 17.5 +704

Renting - Not stated 175 0.8 0.8 193 0.9 1.0 -18

Other tenure type 231 1.0 0.8 218 1.0 0.8 +13

Not stated 1,485 6.5 5.6 1,235 5.8 5.6 +250

Total households 22,797 100.0 100.0 21,126 100.0 100.0 +1,671

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

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.

Page 72 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of the City of Greater Shepparton in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a larger proportion purchasing their dwelling; and a larger proportion who were renters. Overall, 31.6% of the population owned their dwelling; 33.2% were purchasing, and 27.7% were renting, compared with 37.3%, 32.1% and 24.1% respectively for Regional VIC. Emerging groups The largest changes in housing tenure categories for the households in the City of Greater Shepparton between 2006 and 2011 were: Renting - Private (+704 persons) Mortgage (+416 persons) Fully owned (+196 persons) Renting - Social housing (+110 persons) The total number of households in City of Greater Shepparton increased by 1,671 between 2006 and 2011.

Page 73 of 81 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in the City of Greater Shepparton, 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.

Monthly housing loan repayments

City of Greater Shepparton 2011

Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional VIC Nil repayments 169 2.2 2.6

$1-$149 54 0.7 0.8

$150-$299 92 1.2 1.8

$300-$449 248 3.3 4.0

$450-$599 224 3.0 3.9

$600-$799 459 6.1 7.4

$800-$999 724 9.6 9.5

$1000-$1199 859 11.4 10.5

$1200-$1399 953 12.6 11.3

$1400-$1599 717 9.5 8.9

$1600-$1799 785 10.4 8.8

$1800-$1999 439 5.8 5.4

$2000-$2199 514 6.8 6.9

$2200-$2399 170 2.2 2.6

$2400-$2599 100 1.3 1.6

$2600-$2999 265 3.5 3.4

$3000-$3999 211 2.8 3.3

$4000-$4999 78 1.0 1.1

$5000 and over 70 0.9 0.9

Not stated 430 5.7 5.6

Total households with a mortgage 7,561 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 74 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in the City of Greater Shepparton compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or more), and a smaller proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month). Overall, 8.3% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 26.1% were paying low repayments, compared with 8.7% and 29.9% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the household loan repayments of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of $1600-$1799 (10.4% compared to 8.8%) A larger percentage of $1200-$1399 (12.6% compared to 11.3%) A smaller percentage of $600-$799 (6.1% compared to 7.4%)

Page 75 of 81 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in the City of Greater Shepparton 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.

Weekly housing rental payments

City of Greater Shepparton 2011

Weekly rental amount Number % Regional VIC Nil 243 3.8 5.8

$1 - $74 173 2.7 3.3

$75 - $99 374 5.9 5.9

$100 - $124 421 6.7 7.0

$125 - $149 493 7.8 7.5

$150 - $174 782 12.4 11.6

$175 - $199 826 13.1 9.6

$200 - $224 843 13.4 11.5

$225 - $249 435 6.9 7.1

$250 - $274 585 9.3 8.7

$275 - $299 238 3.8 4.4

$300 - $324 262 4.2 4.7

$325 - $349 106 1.7 1.8

$350 - $374 90 1.4 2.1

$375 - $399 39 0.6 0.9

$400 - $424 43 0.7 1.0

$425 - $449 4 0.1 0.3

$450 - $549 31 0.5 1.0

$550 - $649 9 0.1 0.3

$650 - $749 3 0.0 0.1

$750 - $849 7 0.1 0.1

$850 - $949 0 0.0 0.1

$950+ 24 0.4 0.6

Rent Not stated 281 4.5 4.4

Total households renting 6,312 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 76 of 81 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. Dominant groups Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in the City of Greater Shepparton compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), as well as a smaller proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week). Overall, 1.9% of households were paying high rental payments, and 27.0% were paying low payments, compared with 3.5% and 29.5% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the housing rental payments of the City of Greater Shepparton and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of $175 - $199 (13.1% compared to 9.6%) A larger percentage of $200 - $224 (13.4% compared to 11.5%) A smaller percentage of Nil (3.8% compared to 5.8%)

Page 77 of 81 SEIFA - disadvantage The City of Greater Shepparton 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

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

Surf Coast (S) 1,066.5

Port Phillip (C) 1,065.7

Macedon Ranges (S) 1,055.1

Queenscliffe (B) 1,053.2

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

Golden Plains (S) 1,030.1

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 Page 78 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Victoria

Local Government Area 2011 index Hobsons Bay (C) 1,001.7

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

Greater Geelong (C) 992.9

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

Colac-Otway (S) 964.6

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 Page 79 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Victoria

Local Government Area 2011 index Northern Grampians (S) 937.6

Mildura (RC) 935.0

Loddon (S) 934.1

Brimbank (C) 925.8

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, the population experts.

Page 80 of 81 About the community profile 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 City of Greater Shepparton Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the City 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 City of Greater Shepparton 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 City of Greater Shepparton.

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