Baw Baw Shire

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Regional VIC

community profile

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

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2 Population highlights 4 About the areas 7 Five year age groups 10 Ancestry 13 Birthplace 16 Year of arrival in Australia 18 Proficiency in English 20 Language spoken at home 23 Religion 26 Qualifications 28 Highest level of schooling 30 Education institution attending 33 Need for assistance 36 Employment status 39 Industry sectors of employment 42 Occupations of employment 45 Method of travel to work 48 Volunteer work 50 Unpaid care 52 Individual income 54 Household income 56 Households summary 58 Household size 61 Dwelling type 64 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 66 Internet connection 68 Number of cars per household 70 Housing tenure 72 Housing loan repayments 74 Housing rental payments 76 SEIFA - disadvantage 79 About the community profile 80 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Baw Baw Shire 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 Baw Baw Shire. 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 Baw Baw Shire. 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)

Baw Baw Shire

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 36,399 -- --

2002 36,469 +70 +0.19

2003 36,711 +242 +0.66

2004 37,146 +435 +1.18

2005 37,701 +555 +1.49

2006 38,600 +899 +2.38

2007 39,188 +588 +1.52

2008 39,956 +768 +1.96

2009 40,991 +1,035 +2.59

2010 42,343 +1,352 +3.30

2011 43,416 +1,073 +2.53

2012 44,375 +959 +2.21

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 82 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 82 Population highlights 2011 Baw Baw Shire Regional VIC Victoria Australia

41 Median age 40 37 37

Median weekly $1,216 $1,234 household $1,025 income $945

32% 31% Couples with 30% children 27%

Older couples 12% without children 11% 9% 9%

Medium and 11% 23% 25% high density 9% Housing

Households with a 36% mortgage 32% 34% 33%

$277 $285 Median weekly $200 rent $190

24% 26% 29% Households renting 20%

Non-English 6% 20% 16% speaking 4% backgrounds

5% 4% University 2% attendance 2%

13% 21% 19% Bachelor or Higher degree 12%

Vocational 23% 21% 16% 18%

11% 10% Public transport 3% (to work) 2%

Page 5 of 82 6% Unemployment 5% 5% 5%

SEIFA index of 1010 1002 disadvantage 998 2011 978

Page 6 of 82 About the area Location and boundaries Baw Baw Shire is located in the West Gippsland region of Victoria, about 100 kilometres east of Melbourne. Baw Baw Shire is bounded by Yarra Ranges Shire and Mansfield Shire in the north, Wellington Shire and Latrobe City in the east, South Gippsland Shire in the south, and Cardinia Shire in the west. Name origin Baw Baw Shire is named after the Baw Baw Ranges, which were thought to be named from an Aboriginal word meaning "echo".

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 42,861 402,814 0.11 2011 Usual residents hectares (4,028 persons per hectare Km2)

Baw Baw Shire

Legend Districts Baw Baw Shire Overlay areas

Page 7 of 82 Settlement history European settlement dates from the 1860s, with land used mainly for farming and timber production, and mining in some areas. Population was minimal until the 1870s, with growth through to the 1890s, spurred by the opening of the Gippsland railway line. Expansion continued during the early 1900s, particularly in the townships nearest the railway line. Growth took place in the larger townships (Drouin, Trafalgar and Warragul) during the post-war years. Several water storage facilities were constructed, particularly during the 1970s. The population of the Shire increased gradually from the mid 1990s, rising from about 33,000 in 1996 to over 36,000 in 2006. More substantial growth took place from 2006, with the population rising to nearly 42,000 in 2011. Most of the recent growth has been in Drouin and Warragul. Population growth is expected to continue. Land use Land use Baw Baw Shire is a predominantly rural area, with rural-residential and urban areas in numerous townships. The Shire encompasses a total land area of about 4,000 square kilometres. The northern part of the Shire is heavily forested, while the southern part is used largely for dairy farming and agriculture. The middle part of the Shire is more densely populated, particularly along the Princes Highway and the Gippsland railway line. The main population centres are Warragul and Drouin, and to a lesser extent, Trafalgar. Smaller townships include Darnum, Longwarry, Neerim South, Noojee, Thorpdale and Yarragon. Land is used largely for dairying, farming (particularly beef, potatoes and fruit and vegetables) and forestry. Tourism is also an important industry. Transport Baw Baw Shire is served by the Princes Highway and the Gippsland railway line. Major features Major features of the Shire include Baw Baw National Park, Bunyip State Park (part), Moondarra State Park, Mount Worth State Park, Tyers Park, Bull Beef Creek Nature Conservation Reserve, Sweetwater Creek Nature Conservation Reserve, Thomson Dam, Moondarra Reservoir, Tarago Reservoir, Blue Rock Lake, Narracan Falls Streamside Reserve, Toorongo Falls Reserve, Tanjil State Forest, Walhalla Goldfields Railway, Noojee Trestle Bridge, Walhalla Goldfields Rail Trail, Gippsland Gourmet Deli Trail, Great Walhalla Alpine Trail, Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine, Labertouche Caves, West Gippsland Arts Centre, West Gippsland Hospital, GippsTAFE (Warragul Campus), Education Centre Gippsland (Warragul Campus), National Centre for Dairy Education (Warragul Campus), Warragul Leisure Centre, Drouin Golf & Country Club, Trafalgar Golf & Country Club, Warragul Country Club and numerous vineyards and wineries. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Baw Baw area were the Kulin and Kurnai Aboriginal people.

Page 8 of 82 Included areas Baw Baw Shire includes the townships and rural localities of Aberfeldy, Ada, Allambee, Allambee Reserve (part), Allambee South (part), Amor, Athlone, Baw Baw, Bona Vista, Boola (part), Brandy Creek, Bravington, Buln Buln, Buln Buln East, Caringal, Childers, Cloverlea, Coalville, Coopers Creek, Crossover, Darnum, Delburn (part), Drouin, Drouin East, Drouin South, Drouin West, Ellinbank, Erica, Ferndale, Fumina, Fumina South, Gainsborough, Gentle Annie, Glengarry North (part), Hallora, Hallston (part), Heath Hill (part), Hernes Oak (part), Hill End, Icy Creek, Jacob Creek, Jericho, Jindivick, Labertouche, Lardner, Lillico, Loch Valley, Longwarry (part), Longwarry North, Mirboo North (part), Modella (part), Moe (part), Moe South (part), Moondarra (part), Mountain View, Narracan (part), Nayook, Neerim, Neerim East, Neerim Junction, Neerim North, Neerim South, Nilma, Nilma North, Noojee, Nyora (part), Piedmont, Poowong East (part), Poowong North (part), Rawson, Ripplebrook, Rokeby, Seaview, Shady Creek, Strzelecki (part), Tanjil, Tanjil Bren, Tanjil South (part), Tetoora Road, Thalloo, Thomson, Thorpdale, Thorpdale South (part), Toombon, Toongabbie (part), Toorongo (part), Torwood, Trafalgar, Trafalgar East, Trafalgar South, Trida (part), Vesper, Walhalla (part), Warragul, Warragul South, Warragul West, Westbury, Willow Grove, Yallourn North (part), Yarragon and Yarragon South. Baw Baw Shire does not include the Mount Baw Baw Alpine Resort.

Page 9 of 82 Five year age groups The Age Structure of Baw Baw Shire provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Baw Baw Shire'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 Baw Baw Shire's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Age structure - Five year age groups

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 2,915 6.8 6.3 2,212 5.9 6.0 +703

5 to 9 2,665 6.2 6.2 2,695 7.2 6.8 -30

10 to 14 2,978 6.9 6.7 3,026 8.1 7.5 -48

15 to 19 3,068 7.2 6.8 2,824 7.6 7.0 +244

20 to 24 2,321 5.4 5.5 1,829 4.9 5.5 +492

25 to 29 2,256 5.3 5.2 1,680 4.5 4.9 +576

30 to 34 2,187 5.1 5.2 1,980 5.3 5.8 +207

35 to 39 2,441 5.7 6.1 2,515 6.8 6.6 -74

40 to 44 2,913 6.8 6.7 2,665 7.2 7.1 +248

45 to 49 2,948 6.9 7.0 2,914 7.8 7.4 +34

50 to 54 3,176 7.4 7.1 2,626 7.1 7.1 +550

55 to 59 2,926 6.8 6.9 2,614 7.0 6.7 +312

60 to 64 2,874 6.7 6.6 2,009 5.4 5.4 +865

65 to 69 2,294 5.4 5.2 1,639 4.4 4.6 +655

70 to 74 1,758 4.1 4.1 1,308 3.5 3.8 +450

75 to 79 1,312 3.1 3.2 1,155 3.1 3.4 +157

80 to 84 966 2.3 2.6 804 2.2 2.5 +162

85 and over 863 2.0 2.3 684 1.8 2.0 +179

Total 42,861 100.0 100.0 37,179 100.0 100.0 +5,682

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 10 of 82 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 11 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the five year age groups of Baw Baw Shire 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, 20.0% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 16.8% were aged 65 years and over, compared with 19.2% and 17.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major difference between the age structure of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC is: A larger percentage of persons aged 0 to 4 (6.8% compared to 6.3%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Baw Baw Shire's population increased by 5,682 people (15.3%). This represents an average annual population change of 2.89% 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 (+865 persons) 0 to 4 (+703 persons) 65 to 69 (+655 persons) 25 to 29 (+576 persons)

Page 12 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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 Baw Baw Shire's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Australian 18,829 43.9 40.9 18,216 49.0 45.8 +613

English 17,940 41.9 39.9 13,828 37.2 35.8 +4,112

Irish 4,984 11.6 12.6 3,722 10.0 11.3 +1,262

Scottish 4,580 10.7 10.9 3,269 8.8 9.4 +1,311

German 1,733 4.0 4.6 1,437 3.9 4.4 +296

Dutch 1,575 3.7 2.3 1,289 3.5 2.3 +286

Italian 1,473 3.4 3.6 1,253 3.4 3.5 +220

Welsh 229 0.5 0.5 209 0.6 0.5 +20

Maltese 228 0.5 0.5 165 0.4 0.5 +63

New Zealander 223 0.5 0.5 204 0.5 0.5 +19

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

Ancestry - totals

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Not stated 2,446 5.7 6.6 2,325 6.3 7.1 +121

Total People 42,861 100.0 100.0 37,173 100.0 100.0 +5,688

Total responses 57,467 -- -- 48,310 -- -- +9,157

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 13 of 82 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 14 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (18,829 people or 43.9%) English (17,940 people or 41.9%) Irish (4,984 people or 11.6%) Scottish (4,580 people or 10.7%) German (1,733 people or 4.0%) In combination these five ancestries account for 48,066 responses in total, or 112.14% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (43.9% compared to 40.9%) A larger percentage of people with English ancestry (41.9% compared to 39.9%) A larger percentage of people with Dutch ancestry (3.7% compared to 2.3%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were: English (+4,112 persons) Scottish (+1,311 persons) Irish (+1,262 persons) Australian (+613 persons)

Page 15 of 82 Birthplace Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Baw Baw Shire. 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, Baw Baw Shire's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Country of birth Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 United Kingdom 1,830 4.3 3.5 1,556 4.2 3.5 +274

New Zealand 438 1.0 1.0 308 0.8 0.9 +130

Netherlands 349 0.8 0.6 348 0.9 0.6 +1

Germany 224 0.5 0.5 193 0.5 0.5 +31

Italy 194 0.5 0.6 210 0.6 0.7 -16

South Africa 119 0.3 0.2 77 0.2 0.2 +42

United States of America 95 0.2 0.2 71 0.2 0.2 +24

Philippines 91 0.2 0.3 66 0.2 0.2 +25

India 79 0.2 0.4 50 0.1 0.2 +29

Ireland 71 0.2 0.2 66 0.2 0.1 +5

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

Birthplace - summary

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Birthplace Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 4,448 10.4 10.6 3,616 9.7 10.1 +832

Non-English speaking 1,841 4.3 5.5 1,487 4.0 5.2 +354 backgrounds

Main English speaking 2,607 6.1 5.1 2,129 5.7 4.9 +478 countries

Australia 36,577 85.3 84.3 31,633 85.1 84.3 +4,944

Not Stated 1,837 4.3 5.0 1,932 5.2 5.6 -95

Total Population 42,862 100.0 100.0 37,181 100.0 100.0 +5,681

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 16 of 82 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 17 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion of people born overseas, and a similar proportion of people from a non-English speaking background. Overall, 10.4% of the population was born overseas, and 4.3% 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 Baw Baw Shire was Netherlands, where 0.8% of the population, or 349 people, were born. There were no major differences between Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 832 or 23.0%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 354 or 23.8%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: United Kingdom (+274 persons) New Zealand (+130 persons)

Page 18 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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. Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 422 9.5 15.8

2001 to 2005 289 6.5 7.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 349 7.8 8.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 474 10.7 9.4

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 641 14.4 11.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 922 20.7 19.2

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 1,164 26.2 23.5

Not stated 189 4.2 5.5

Total 4,450 100.0 100.0

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 19 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 79.8% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 9.5% 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 Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (14.4% compared to 11.0%) A larger percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (26.2% compared to 23.5%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (20.7% compared to 19.2%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1981 and 1990 (10.7% compared to 9.4%)

Page 20 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

English proficiency Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 39,937 93.2 90.4 34,761 93.5 91.1 +5,176

Speaks another language, 1,336 3.1 4.6 989 2.7 4.0 +347 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 152 0.4 0.8 128 0.3 0.7 +24 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 1,437 3.4 4.1 1,301 3.5 4.1 +136

Total population 42,862 100.0 100.0 37,179 100.0 100.0 +5,683

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 21 of 82 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 English only (+5,176 persons) Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+347 persons)

Page 22 of 82 Language spoken at home Baw Baw Shire'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. Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes English) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Italian 275 0.6 0.9 286 0.8 1.0 -11

Dutch 134 0.3 0.2 135 0.4 0.2 -1

German 127 0.3 0.3 84 0.2 0.3 +43

Greek 55 0.1 0.2 39 0.1 0.3 +16

Mandarin 52 0.1 0.2 29 0.1 0.1 +23

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

Language - summary

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Language summary Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 39,937 93.2 90.4 34,758 93.5 91.1 +5,179

Non-English total 1,411 3.3 5.3 1,089 2.9 4.7 +322

Not stated 1,513 3.5 4.3 1,334 3.6 4.2 +179

Total Population 42,861 100.0 100.0 37,181 100.0 100.0 +5,680

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 23 of 82 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 24 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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, 93.2% of the population spoke English only, and 3.3% 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 Baw Baw Shire was Italian, with 0.6% of the population, or 275 people speaking this language at home. There were no major differences between Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by 322 or 29.6%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 5,179 or 14.9%. There were no major differences in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011.

Page 25 of 82 Religion Baw Baw Shire'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. Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Religion Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Western (Roman) Catholic 9,379 21.9 25.1 7,946 21.4 25.0 +1,433

Anglican 8,025 18.7 16.7 7,153 19.2 17.8 +872

Uniting Church 3,044 7.1 8.6 2,957 8.0 9.9 +87

Presbyterian and Reformed 2,243 5.2 4.2 2,026 5.4 4.5 +217

Christian,nfd 1,237 2.9 1.9 709 1.9 1.4 +528

Baptist 712 1.7 1.4 576 1.5 1.4 +136

Brethren 328 0.8 0.2 419 1.1 0.2 -91

Pentecostal 277 0.6 0.8 211 0.6 0.9 +66

Buddhism 245 0.6 0.7 117 0.3 0.5 +128

Salvation Army 233 0.5 0.4 174 0.5 0.4 +59

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

Religions - summary

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Religion totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Christian total 26,645 62.2 62.7 23,137 62.2 64.9 +3,508

Non Christian total 526 1.2 2.0 293 0.8 1.5 +233

Non-classifiable religious 338 0.8 0.8 225 0.6 0.7 +113 belief

No religion 11,614 27.1 25.4 9,037 24.3 21.5 +2,577

Not stated 3,742 8.7 9.0 4,488 12.1 11.4 -746

Total Population 42,865 100.0 100.0 37,180 100.0 100.0 +5,685

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 26 of 82 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 27 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of people who professed a religion and a higher proportion who stated they had no religion. Overall, 63.4% of the population nominated a religion, and 27.1% said they had no religion, compared with 64.7% and 25.4% respectively for Regional VIC. The largest single religion in Baw Baw Shire was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 21.9% of the population or 9,379 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (18.7% compared to 16.7%) A larger percentage who nominated Presbyterian and Reformed (5.2% compared to 4.2%) A smaller percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (21.9% compared to 25.1%) A smaller percentage who nominated Uniting Church (7.1% compared to 8.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Western (Roman) Catholic (+1,433 persons) Anglican (+872 persons) Christian,nfd (+528 persons) Presbyterian and Reformed (+217 persons)

Page 28 of 82 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, Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Qualification level Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 4,261 12.4 12.5 3,153 10.8 10.5 +1,108

Advanced Diploma or 2,692 7.9 7.2 1,855 6.3 6.2 +837 Diploma

Vocational 7,821 22.8 20.7 5,974 20.4 18.5 +1,847

No qualification 16,151 47.1 48.4 14,828 50.7 52.2 +1,323

Not stated 3,362 9.8 11.1 3,436 11.7 12.7 -74

Total persons aged 15+ 34,287 100.0 100.0 29,246 100.0 100.0 +5,041

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

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 29 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a lower proportion of people with no formal qualifications. Overall, 43.1% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 47.1% had no qualifications, compared with 40.5% and 48.4% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (22.8% compared to 20.7%) A smaller percentage of persons with No qualifications (47.1% compared to 48.4%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Vocational qualifications (+1,847 persons) No qualifications (+1,323 persons) Bachelor or Higher degrees (+1,108 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+837 persons)

Page 30 of 82 Highest level of schooling Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Level of schooling Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 2,667 7.8 8.5 2,867 9.8 10.2 -200

Year 9 or equivalent 3,408 9.9 9.6 3,140 10.7 10.3 +268

Year 10 or equivalent 7,523 21.9 20.4 6,514 22.3 20.9 +1,009

Year 11 or equivalent 5,949 17.4 16.9 5,147 17.6 17.2 +802

Year 12 or equivalent 12,088 35.3 35.6 8,959 30.6 31.4 +3,129

Did not go to school 99 0.3 0.5 112 0.4 0.5 -13

Not stated 2,553 7.4 8.6 2,496 8.5 9.5 +57

Total persons aged 15+ 34,287 100.0 100.0 29,235 100.0 100.0 +5,052

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 31 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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 similar proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent. Overall, 39.9% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 35.3% went on to complete Year 12 or equivalent, compared with 39.0% and 35.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major difference between the level of schooling attained by the population in Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC was: A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (21.9% compared to 20.4%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Baw Baw Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+3,129 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (+1,009 persons) Year 11 or equivalent (+802 persons) Year 9 or equivalent (+268 persons)

Page 32 of 82 Education institution attending The share of Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Type of institute Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 737 1.7 1.6 557 1.5 1.5 +180

Primary school 3,545 8.3 8.1 3,636 9.8 8.9 -91

Primary - Government 2,463 5.7 5.5 2,699 7.3 6.5 -236

Primary - Catholic 659 1.5 1.9 548 1.5 1.8 +111

Primary - Independent 423 1.0 0.7 389 1.0 0.6 +34

Secondary school 3,104 7.2 6.9 3,050 8.2 7.4 +54

Secondary - Government 1,656 3.9 4.2 1,737 4.7 4.8 -81

Secondary - Catholic 721 1.7 1.8 624 1.7 1.6 +97

Secondary - Independent 727 1.7 1.0 689 1.9 0.9 +38

TAFE 1,014 2.4 2.2 788 2.1 1.9 +226

University 858 2.0 2.4 617 1.7 2.0 +241

Other 301 0.7 0.7 238 0.6 0.6 +63

Not attending 30,848 72.0 71.5 25,707 69.1 70.3 +5,141

Not stated 2,454 5.7 6.6 2,586 7.0 7.3 -132

Total 42,861 100.0 100.0 37,179 100.0 100.0 +5,682

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 33 of 82 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 34 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion attending primary school, a similar proportion attending secondary school, and a similar proportion engaged in tertiary level education. Overall, 8.3% of the population were attending primary school, 7.2% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 4.4% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.1%, 6.9% and 4.6% respectively for Regional VIC. There were no major differences between Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Baw Baw Shire's population aged 15 years and over increased by 5,682 people (+15.3%). This represents an average annual change of 2.89% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Baw Baw Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: University (+241 persons) Primary - Government (-236 persons) TAFE (+226 persons) Pre-school (+180 persons)

Page 35 of 82 Need for assistance Baw Baw Shire'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. Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 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 33 1.1 1.1 31 1.4 1.0 +2

5 to 9 110 4.1 3.2 55 2.0 2.4 +55

10 to 19 174 2.9 2.8 118 2.0 2.1 +56

20 to 59 603 2.8 3.2 503 2.7 2.8 +100

60 to 64 165 5.8 6.7 83 4.1 5.8 +82

65 to 69 146 6.4 7.3 94 5.7 6.1 +52

70 to 74 142 8.1 9.4 96 7.4 8.3 +46

75 to 79 159 12.2 14.6 137 11.9 13.5 +22

80 to 84 204 21.3 23.6 177 22.0 24.9 +27

85 and over 381 45.2 47.0 310 45.1 47.0 +71

Total persons needing 2,117 4.9 5.7 1,604 4.3 4.9 +513 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age group (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 2,117 4.9 5.7 1,604 4.3 4.9 +513 assistance

Total persons not needing 39,091 91.2 89.4 33,853 91.1 90.1 +5,238 assistance

Not stated 1,654 3.9 4.9 1,723 4.6 5.1 -69

Total population 42,862 100.0 100.0 37,180 100.0 100.0 +5,682

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 36 of 82 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 37 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Baw Baw Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 4.9% 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 Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A smaller percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (12.2% compared to 14.6%) A smaller percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (21.3% compared to 23.6%) A smaller percentage of persons aged 85 and over (45.2% compared to 47.0%) A smaller percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (8.1% compared to 9.4%) Emerging groups The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in Baw Baw Shire were in the age groups: 20 to 59 (+100 persons) 60 to 64 (+82 persons) 85 and over (+71 persons) 10 to 19 (+56 persons)

Page 38 of 82 Employment status Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Employment status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Employed 19,796 95.0 94.8 16,842 95.1 94.3 +2,954

Employed full-time 11,788 56.6 56.2 10,252 57.9 57.4 +1,536

Employed part-time 7,517 36.1 36.5 6,087 34.4 34.3 +1,430

Hours worked not stated 491 2.4 2.1 503 2.8 2.6 -12

Unemployed 1,037 5.0 5.2 861 4.9 5.7 +176

Looking for full-time work 599 2.9 3.1 546 3.1 3.7 +53

Looking for part-time work 438 2.1 2.0 315 1.8 2.0 +123

Total Labour Force 20,833 100.0 100.0 17,703 100.0 100.0 +3,130

Labour force status

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Labour force status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 20,833 60.8 58.2 17,703 60.6 58.2 +3,130

Not in the labour force 11,921 34.8 36.8 10,125 34.6 36.4 +1,796

Labour force status not stated 1,533 4.5 5.0 1,407 4.8 5.4 +126

Total persons aged 15+ 34,287 100.0 100.0 29,235 100.0 100.0 +5,052

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 39 of 82 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 40 of 82 Dominant groups The size of Baw Baw Shire's labour force in 2011 was 20,833 persons, of which 7,517 were employed part-time and 11,788 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC 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 (57.7% of the population aged 15+), and 5.0% unemployed (3.0% 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 shows that there was a higher proportion in the labour force (60.8%) compared with Regional VIC (58.2%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Baw Baw Shire showed an increase of 2,954 persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 176 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 3,130 persons, or 17.7%.

Page 41 of 82 Industry sectors of employment Baw Baw Shire’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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Industry sector Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 1,822 9.2 7.8 1,948 11.6 9.5 -126 Fishing

Mining 146 0.7 0.8 118 0.7 0.6 +28

Manufacturing 1,843 9.3 10.4 1,617 9.6 11.8 +226

Electricity, Gas, Water and 359 1.8 1.5 277 1.6 1.3 +82 Waste Services

Construction 2,231 11.3 8.9 1,626 9.7 8.1 +605

Retail Trade 1,950 9.8 11.6 1,734 10.3 12.3 +216

Wholesale trade 829 4.2 3.1 821 4.9 3.3 +8

Accommodation and Food 1,077 5.4 6.8 798 4.7 6.4 +279 Services

Transport, Postal and 795 4.0 4.1 657 3.9 4.0 +138 Warehousing

Information Media and 224 1.1 1.1 209 1.2 1.3 +15 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 365 1.8 2.0 301 1.8 2.0 +64 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 199 1.0 1.0 166 1.0 1.1 +33 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 844 4.3 4.0 634 3.8 3.6 +210 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 481 2.4 2.6 398 2.4 2.6 +83 Services

Public Administration and 1,001 5.1 6.1 794 4.7 5.7 +207 Safety

Education and Training 1,836 9.3 8.2 1,581 9.4 7.8 +255

Health Care and Social 2,241 11.3 13.1 1,774 10.5 11.5 +467 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 202 1.0 1.3 170 1.0 1.2 +32

Other Services 936 4.7 3.6 777 4.6 3.5 +159

Inadequately described or 417 2.1 2.1 439 2.6 2.3 -22 not stated

Total employed persons 19,798 100.0 100.0 16,839 100.0 100.0 +2,959 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 42 of 82 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 43 of 82 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 44 of 82 Occupations of employment Baw Baw Shire'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 Baw Baw Shire's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Occupation Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Managers 3,154 15.9 15.2 2,858 17.0 16.4 +296

Professionals 3,244 16.4 16.7 2,689 16.0 15.5 +555

Technicians and Trades 3,284 16.6 15.4 2,648 15.7 15.3 +636 Workers

Community and Personal 1,868 9.4 10.3 1,455 8.6 9.1 +413 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 2,253 11.4 11.7 1,845 11.0 11.7 +408 Workers

Sales Workers 1,622 8.2 9.7 1,408 8.4 9.9 +214

Machinery Operators And 1,456 7.4 6.9 1,280 7.6 7.0 +176 Drivers

Labourers 2,554 12.9 12.3 2,341 13.9 13.3 +213

Inadequately described 365 1.8 2.0 315 1.9 1.8 +50

Total employed persons 19,800 100.0 100.0 16,839 100.0 100.0 +2,961 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 45 of 82 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 46 of 82 Dominant groups An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Technicians and Trades Workers (3,284 people or 16.6%) Professionals (3,244 people or 16.4%) Managers (3,154 people or 15.9%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 9,682 people in total or 48.9% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Regional VIC employed 15.4% in Technicians and Trades Workers; 16.7% in Professionals; and 15.2% in Managers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (16.6% compared to 15.4%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Sales Workers (8.2% compared to 9.7%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,961 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Baw Baw Shire were for those employed as: Technicians and Trades Workers (+636 persons) Professionals (+555 persons) Community and Personal Service Workers (+413 persons) Clerical and Administrative Workers (+408 persons)

Page 47 of 82 Method of travel to work Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Main method of travel Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Train 464 2.4 1.3 171 1.0 0.7 +293

Bus 82 0.4 0.8 95 0.6 0.7 -13

Tram or Ferry 5 0.0 0.0 6 0.0 0.0 -1

Taxi 19 0.1 0.1 11 0.1 0.2 +8

Car - as driver 12,620 65.2 64.8 10,403 62.8 62.3 +2,217

Car - as passenger 959 5.0 5.4 873 5.3 5.4 +86

Truck 257 1.3 1.0 253 1.5 1.2 +4

Motorbike 61 0.3 0.5 68 0.4 0.6 -7

Bicycle 58 0.3 0.9 46 0.3 1.1 +12

Walked only 661 3.4 4.5 701 4.2 5.3 -40

Other 211 1.1 1.3 151 0.9 1.2 +60

Worked at home 1,501 7.8 6.4 1,505 9.1 7.4 -4

Did not go to work 2,113 10.9 11.5 1,939 11.7 12.0 +174

Not stated 338 1.7 1.7 339 2.0 1.9 -1

Total employed persons 19,349 100.0 100.0 16,561 100.0 100.0 +2,788 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 48 of 82 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 49 of 82 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 551 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Baw Baw Shire, compared with 13,897 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 2.8% used public transport, while 71.8% 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 Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons who worked at home (7.8% compared to 6.4%) A larger percentage of persons who travelled by train (2.4% compared to 1.3%) A smaller percentage of persons who walked only (3.4% compared to 4.5%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,788 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Car - as driver (+2,217 persons) Train (+293 persons) Did not go to work (+174 persons) Car - as passenger (+86 persons)

Page 50 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Volunteer status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 8,196 23.9 23.4 7,507 25.7 24.3 +689

Not a volunteer 23,614 68.9 68.4 19,326 66.1 66.8 +4,288

Volunteer work not stated 2,475 7.2 8.1 2,400 8.2 8.9 +75

Total persons aged 15+ 34,285 100.0 100.0 29,233 100.0 100.0 +5,052

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 51 of 82 Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011

Page 52 of 82 Unpaid care The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Baw Baw Shire 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

Baw Baw Shire 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 4,260 12.4 12.4 3,323 11.4 11.3 +937

No unpaid assistance 27,369 79.8 79.1 23,297 79.7 79.1 +4,072 provided

Not stated 2,661 7.8 8.5 2,616 8.9 9.7 +45

Total persons aged 15+ 34,290 100.0 100.0 29,236 100.0 100.0 +5,054

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 53 of 82 Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011

Page 54 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire. 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/ Nil income 2,490 7.3 6.6

$1-$199 2,751 8.0 8.0

$200-$299 3,955 11.5 12.5

$300-$399 3,953 11.5 12.5

$400-$599 4,831 14.1 14.1

$600-$799 3,873 11.3 11.5

$800-$999 2,820 8.2 8.1

$1000-$1249 2,478 7.2 7.1

$1250-$1499 1,643 4.8 4.3

$1500-$1999 1,668 4.9 4.4

$2000 or more 1,247 3.6 3.1

Not stated 2,578 7.5 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 34,287 100.0 100.0

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 55 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week). Overall, 8.5% of the population earned a high income, and 38.3% earned a low income, compared with 7.5% and 39.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between Baw Baw Shire's individual incomes and Regional VIC's individual incomes were: A smaller percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (11.5% compared to 12.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (11.5% compared to 12.5%)

Page 56 of 82 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Baw Baw Shire'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 Baw Baw Shire. 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/Nil Income 183 1.1 1.2

$1-$199 291 1.8 1.8

$200-$299 460 2.9 3.5

$300-$399 1,156 7.2 8.4

$400-$599 1,874 11.6 12.3

$600-$799 1,612 10.0 10.6

$800-$999 1,459 9.1 9.3

$1000-$1249 1,356 8.4 8.5

$1250-$1499 1,243 7.7 7.5

$1500-$1999 1,801 11.2 10.3

$2000-$2499 1,179 7.3 6.7

$2500-$2999 820 5.1 4.5

$3000-$3499 493 3.1 2.5

$3500-$3999 161 1.0 0.9

$4000-$4999 133 0.8 0.6

$5000 or more 114 0.7 0.6

Not stated 1,786 11.1 10.7

Total households 16,121 100.0 100.0

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 57 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a larger 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, 10.7% of the households earned a high income, and 24.6% were low income households, compared with 9.2% and 27.2% respectively for Regional VIC. The major difference between the household incomes of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC is: A smaller percentage of households who earned $300-$399 (7.2% compared to 8.4%)

Page 58 of 82 Households summary Baw Baw Shire'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, Baw Baw Shire's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Household types

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Households by type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 4,963 30.1 26.9 4,454 32.0 28.7 +509

Couples without children 4,807 29.2 27.8 3,935 28.2 27.6 +872

One parent families 1,727 10.5 10.5 1,452 10.4 10.4 +275

Other families 149 0.9 0.8 118 0.8 0.9 +31

Group household 358 2.2 2.9 272 2.0 2.8 +86

Lone person 3,980 24.1 26.8 3,284 23.6 25.7 +696

Other not classifiable 376 2.3 2.6 299 2.1 2.5 +77 household

Visitor only households 129 0.8 1.6 123 0.9 1.4 +6

Total households 16,489 100.0 100.0 13,937 100.0 100.0 +2,552

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 59 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a similar proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 30.1% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 10.5% 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 higher proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 24.1% compared to 26.8% in Regional VIC while the proportion of couples without children was 29.2% compared to 27.8% in Regional VIC. Emerging groups The number of households in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,552 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: Couples without children (+872 households) Lone person (+696 households) Couples with children (+509 households) One parent families (+275 households)

Page 60 of 82 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, Baw Baw Shire'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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually resident Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 1 person 3,976 24.9 27.9 3,280 24.3 26.7 +696

2 persons 5,900 36.9 36.3 4,800 35.6 36.1 +1,100

3 persons 2,155 13.5 13.9 1,863 13.8 14.0 +292

4 persons 2,289 14.3 13.1 2,054 15.2 13.8 +235

5 persons 1,155 7.2 6.2 1,042 7.7 6.7 +113

6 or more persons 508 3.2 2.6 461 3.4 2.7 +47

Total classifiable households 15,983 100.0 100.0 13,500 100.0 100.0 +2,483

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 61 of 82 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 62 of 82 Dominant groups Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Baw Baw Shire 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 24.9% of lone person households, and 24.7% of larger households, compared with 27.9% and 21.9% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences in the household size for Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (14.3% compared to 13.1%) A larger percentage of households with 5 persons usually resident (7.2% compared to 6.2%) A smaller percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (24.9% compared to 27.9%) Emerging groups The number of households in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,483 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 persons (+1,100 households) 1 person (+696 households) 3 persons (+292 households) 4 persons (+235 households)

Page 63 of 82 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Baw Baw Shire'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 Baw Baw Shire.

Dwelling structure

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Separate house 16,659 89.3 87.8 14,480 91.6 87.8 +2,179

Medium density 1,767 9.5 10.4 1,100 7.0 10.3 +667

High density 0 0.0 0.3 7 0.0 0.2 -7

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 188 1.0 1.0 177 1.1 1.1 +11

Other 45 0.2 0.4 38 0.2 0.6 +7

Not stated 3 0.0 0.1 7 0.0 0.0 -4

Total Private Dwellings 18,662 100.0 100.0 15,809 100.0 100.0 +2,853

Dwelling type

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 16,487 88.2 83.3 13,930 87.9 83.8 +2,557

Unoccupied private 2,178 11.6 16.3 1,882 11.9 15.8 +296 dwellings

Non private dwellings 33 0.2 0.4 31 0.2 0.4 +2

Total Dwellings 18,698 100.0 100.0 15,843 100.0 100.0 +2,855

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 64 of 82 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 65 of 82 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 16,659 separate houses in the area, 1,767 medium density dwellings, and no high density dwellings. In addition, there were 188 caravans/cabins/houseboats in the area. Analysis of the types of dwellings in Baw Baw Shire in 2011 shows that 89.3% of all dwellings were separate houses; 9.5% 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 88.2% of the dwellings in Baw Baw Shire were occupied on Census night, compared to 83.3% in Regional VIC. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 11.6%, which is smaller compared to that found in Regional VIC (16.3%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,855 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: Separate house (+2,179 dwellings) Medium density (+667 dwellings)

Page 66 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of bedrooms Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 442 2.7 3.9 397 2.8 4.0 +45

2 bedrooms 2,399 14.6 16.5 2,009 14.4 16.7 +390

3 bedrooms 8,081 49.0 50.4 7,143 51.3 51.8 +938

4 bedrooms 4,262 25.8 21.0 3,262 23.4 19.6 +1,000

5 bedrooms or more 647 3.9 3.5 538 3.9 3.2 +109

Not stated 657 4.0 4.8 587 4.2 4.6 +70

Total households 16,488 100.0 100.0 13,936 100.0 100.0 +2,552

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 67 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a higher proportion of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms. Overall, 17.2% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 29.8% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 20.4% and 24.4% for Regional VIC respectively. The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (25.8% compared to 21.0%) A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (14.6% compared to 16.5%) A smaller percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (49.0% compared to 50.4%) A smaller percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (2.7% compared to 3.9%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 bedrooms (+1,000 dwellings) 3 bedrooms (+938 dwellings) 2 bedrooms (+390 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+109 dwellings)

Page 68 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Connection type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 11,880 72.1 68.4 7,814 56.1 51.8 +4,066

Broadband connection 10,498 63.7 60.9 3,740 26.8 27.4 +6,758

Dial-up connection 733 4.4 3.6 4,014 28.8 23.8 -3,281

Other connection 649 3.9 3.9 60 0.4 0.6 +589

No internet connection 3,657 22.2 25.3 5,365 38.5 42.4 -1,708

Not stated 951 5.8 6.4 752 5.4 5.8 +199

Total households 16,488 100.0 100.0 13,931 100.0 100.0 +2,557

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 69 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a higher proportion of households with broadband connectivity. Overall 26.6% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 63.7% 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 4,066. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Baw Baw Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+6,758 households) Total internet connection (+4,066 households) Dial-up connection (-3,281 households)

Page 70 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of cars Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 762 4.6 6.4 709 5.1 7.1 +53

1 motor vehicle 4,969 30.1 33.0 4,152 29.8 33.0 +817

2 motor vehicles 6,277 38.1 36.1 5,243 37.6 36.3 +1,034

3 or more motor vehicles 3,630 22.0 18.4 2,998 21.5 17.4 +632

Not stated 848 5.1 6.1 827 5.9 6.2 +21

Total households 16,486 100.0 100.0 13,929 100.0 100.0 +2,557

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 71 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 90.2% of the households owned at least one car, while 4.6% 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 larger proportion who owned two cars; and a larger proportion who owned three cars or more. Overall, 30.1% of the households owned one car; 38.1% owned two cars; and 22.0% 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 Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 motor vehicles (+1,034 households) 1 motor vehicle (+817 households) 3 or more motor vehicles (+632 households) No motor vehicles (+53 households)

Page 72 of 82 Housing tenure Baw Baw Shire'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 Baw Baw Shire, Tenure data is useful for analysing housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Baw Baw Shire 2011 2006 Change

Tenure type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Fully owned 6,315 38.3 37.3 5,482 39.4 39.1 +833

Mortgage 5,973 36.2 32.1 4,960 35.6 31.8 +1,013

Renting 3,291 20.0 24.1 2,629 18.9 22.7 +662

Renting - Social housing 418 2.5 4.0 358 2.6 4.2 +60

Renting - Private 2,743 16.6 19.3 2,132 15.3 17.5 +611

Renting - Not stated 130 0.8 0.8 139 1.0 1.0 -9

Other tenure type 109 0.7 0.8 124 0.9 0.8 -15

Not stated 802 4.9 5.6 735 5.3 5.6 +67

Total households 16,490 100.0 100.0 13,930 100.0 100.0 +2,560

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 73 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a larger proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a larger proportion purchasing their dwelling; and a smaller proportion who were renters. Overall, 38.3% of the population owned their dwelling; 36.2% were purchasing, and 20.0% 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 Baw Baw Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: Mortgage (+1,013 persons) Fully owned (+833 persons) Renting - Private (+611 persons) Renting - Social housing (+60 persons) The total number of households in Baw Baw Shire increased by 2,560 between 2006 and 2011.

Page 74 of 82 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Baw Baw Shire, 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011

Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional VIC Nil repayments 142 2.4 2.6

$1-$149 40 0.7 0.8

$150-$299 95 1.6 1.8

$300-$449 181 3.0 4.0

$450-$599 206 3.4 3.9

$600-$799 345 5.8 7.4

$800-$999 505 8.5 9.5

$1000-$1199 604 10.1 10.5

$1200-$1399 655 11.0 11.3

$1400-$1599 559 9.4 8.9

$1600-$1799 601 10.1 8.8

$1800-$1999 347 5.8 5.4

$2000-$2199 424 7.1 6.9

$2200-$2399 195 3.3 2.6

$2400-$2599 106 1.8 1.6

$2600-$2999 240 4.0 3.4

$3000-$3999 233 3.9 3.3

$4000-$4999 84 1.4 1.1

$5000 and over 71 1.2 0.9

Not stated 339 5.7 5.6

Total households with a mortgage 5,972 100.0 100.0

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 75 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a larger 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, 10.5% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 25.4% were paying low repayments, compared with 8.7% and 29.9% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the household loan repayments of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of $1600-$1799 (10.1% compared to 8.8%) A smaller percentage of $600-$799 (5.8% compared to 7.4%)

Page 76 of 82 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Baw Baw Shire 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

Baw Baw Shire 2011

Weekly rental amount Number % Regional VIC Nil 232 7.0 5.8

$1 - $74 78 2.4 3.3

$75 - $99 155 4.7 5.9

$100 - $124 225 6.8 7.0

$125 - $149 214 6.5 7.5

$150 - $174 315 9.6 11.6

$175 - $199 269 8.2 9.6

$200 - $224 422 12.8 11.5

$225 - $249 328 10.0 7.1

$250 - $274 342 10.4 8.7

$275 - $299 170 5.2 4.4

$300 - $324 221 6.7 4.7

$325 - $349 63 1.9 1.8

$350 - $374 49 1.5 2.1

$375 - $399 14 0.4 0.9

$400 - $424 6 0.2 1.0

$425 - $449 3 0.1 0.3

$450 - $549 7 0.2 1.0

$550 - $649 6 0.2 0.3

$650 - $749 11 0.3 0.1

$750 - $849 0 0.0 0.1

$850 - $949 0 0.0 0.1

$950+ 6 0.2 0.6

Rent Not stated 155 4.7 4.4

Total households renting 3,291 100.0 100.0

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 77 of 82 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 Baw Baw Shire 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, 1.2% of households were paying high rental payments, and 27.5% were paying low payments, compared with 3.5% and 29.5% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the housing rental payments of Baw Baw Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of $225 - $249 (10.0% compared to 7.1%) A larger percentage of $250 - $274 (10.4% compared to 8.7%) A larger percentage of $200 - $224 (12.8% compared to 11.5%) A larger percentage of Nil (7.0% compared to 5.8%)

Page 78 of 82 SEIFA - disadvantage Baw Baw Shire 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 79 of 82 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 80 of 82 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 81 of 82 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. Baw Baw Shire Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the Shire 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 Baw Baw Shire 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 Baw Baw Shire.

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