Moira Shire Council

Moira Shire 2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Regional VIC

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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 Moira 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 Moira 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 Moira 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)

Moira Shire

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 26,810 -- --

2002 26,763 -47 -0.18

2003 26,844 +81 +0.30

2004 27,026 +182 +0.68

2005 27,410 +384 +1.42

2006 28,049 +639 +2.33

2007 28,205 +156 +0.56

2008 28,382 +177 +0.63

2009 28,478 +96 +0.34

2010 28,504 +26 +0.09

2011 28,435 -69 -0.24

2012 28,694 +259 +0.91

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 2011 Moira Shire Regional VIC Victoria Australia

Median age 44 41 37 37

Median weekly $945 $1,216 $1,234 household $828 income

27% 32% 31% Couples with children 25%

Older couples 14% without children 11% 9% 9%

Medium and 11% 23% 25% high density 10% Housing

32% 34% 33% Households with a mortgage 30%

$190 $277 $285 Median weekly rent $160

24% 26% 29% Households renting 23%

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

2% 5% 4% University attendance 1%

13% 21% 19% Bachelor or Higher degree 7%

21% Vocational 20% 16% 18%

2% 11% 10% Public transport (to work) 0%

Page 5 of 81 6% Unemployment 5% 5% 5%

SEIFA index of 978 1010 1002 disadvantage 952 2011

Page 6 of 81 About the area Location and boundaries Moira Shire is located in north-east Victoria, about 250 kilometres from Melbourne. Moira Shire is bounded by the Murray River in the north and west, Indigo Shire and the Rural City of Wangaratta in the east, and Benalla Rural City, the City of Greater Shepparton and the Shire of Campaspe in the south. Name origin Moira is thought to be named from an Aboriginal word meaning "lake or sea".

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 28,123 404,493 0.07 2011 Usual residents hectares (4,045 persons per hectare Km2)

Moira Shire

Legend Districts Moira Shire

Settlement history European settlement dates from the 1830s, with land used mainly for grazing, farming and saw-milling. Growth was minimal until the 1870s and 1880s, aided by the construction of railway lines and the establishment of several townships. The most significant development occurred in the post-war years, particularly from the 1940s to the 1960s, aided by the soldier settlement scheme. The population increased slightly from the early 1990s, rising from 24,000 in 1991 to over 26,000 in 2006. Most of this growth was in Yarrawonga, with some in Cobram and Numurkah.

Page 7 of 81 Land use Land use Moira Shire is a predominantly rural area, but has significant residential areas in the main townships of Yarrawonga, Cobram, Numurkah and Nathalia and several smaller townships. Moira Shire encompasses a total land area of 4,057 square kilometres, of which more than two-thirds is used for agriculture. Other rural land uses include horticulture and viticulture, with the region being a major fruit, dairying and beef district. Tourism is also an important industry. Transport The Shire is served by the Goulburn Valley Highway and the Murray Valley Highway. Major features Major features of the Shire include the Murray River foreshore, Barmah State Park, the Lake Mulwala foreshore and Broken Boosey State Park. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Moira area were various tribes of Aboriginal people. Included areas Moira Shire includes the townships and rural localities of Almonds, Barmah, Bathumi, Bearii, Boomahnoomoonah, Boosey, Boweya North, Bundalong, Bundalong South, Burramine, Burramine South, Cobram, Cobram East, Drumanure, Esmond, Invergordon, Kaarimba, Katamatite, Katamatite East, Katunga, Koonoomoo, Kotupna, Lake Rowan, Lower Moira, Marungi (part), Muckatah, Mundoona, Mywee, Naring, Nathalia, Numurkah, Peechelba, Pelluebla, Picola, Picola West, St James, Strathmerton, Telford, Tungamah, Ulupna, Waaia, Waggarandall, Wilby, Wunghnu, Yabba North, Yabba South, Yalca, Yarrawonga, Yarrawonga South, Yarroweyah, Yielima, Youanmite, Youarang and Yundool.

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

Age structure - Five year age groups

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 1,739 6.2 6.3 1,627 6.0 6.0 +112

5 to 9 1,753 6.2 6.2 1,894 7.0 6.8 -141

10 to 14 1,933 6.9 6.7 1,972 7.3 7.5 -39

15 to 19 1,793 6.4 6.8 1,808 6.7 7.0 -15

20 to 24 1,148 4.1 5.5 1,141 4.2 5.5 +7

25 to 29 1,282 4.6 5.2 1,123 4.1 4.9 +159

30 to 34 1,277 4.5 5.2 1,435 5.3 5.8 -158

35 to 39 1,586 5.6 6.1 1,705 6.3 6.6 -119

40 to 44 1,769 6.3 6.7 1,826 6.7 7.1 -57

45 to 49 1,901 6.8 7.0 1,935 7.1 7.4 -34

50 to 54 1,923 6.8 7.1 1,821 6.7 7.1 +102

55 to 59 1,911 6.8 6.9 1,867 6.9 6.7 +44

60 to 64 2,015 7.2 6.6 1,612 6.0 5.4 +403

65 to 69 1,727 6.1 5.2 1,539 5.7 4.6 +188

70 to 74 1,473 5.2 4.1 1,304 4.8 3.8 +169

75 to 79 1,196 4.3 3.2 1,095 4.0 3.4 +101

80 to 84 903 3.2 2.6 773 2.9 2.5 +130

85 and over 794 2.8 2.3 606 2.2 2.0 +188

Total 28,123 100.0 100.0 27,083 100.0 100.0 +1,040

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the older age groups (65+). Overall, 19.3% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 21.7% 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 Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (5.2% compared to 4.1%) A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (4.3% compared to 3.2%) A larger percentage of persons aged 65 to 69 (6.1% compared to 5.2%) A larger percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (3.2% compared to 2.6%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Moira Shire's population increased by 1,040 people (3.8%). This represents an average annual population change of 0.76% 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 (+403 persons) 65 to 69 (+188 persons) 85 and over (+188 persons) 70 to 74 (+169 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 Moira 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 Moira Shire's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Australian 11,988 42.6 40.9 12,667 46.8 45.8 -679

English 11,364 40.4 39.9 9,834 36.3 35.8 +1,530

Irish 3,636 12.9 12.6 3,419 12.6 11.3 +217

Scottish 2,887 10.3 10.9 2,397 8.9 9.4 +490

Italian 1,353 4.8 3.6 1,303 4.8 3.5 +50

German 1,016 3.6 4.6 885 3.3 4.4 +131

Dutch 403 1.4 2.3 420 1.6 2.3 -17

New Zealander 162 0.6 0.5 151 0.6 0.5 +11

Iraqi 121 0.4 0.1 134 0.5 0.0 -13

Indian 120 0.4 0.5 38 0.1 0.2 +82

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

Ancestry - totals

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Not stated 1,999 7.1 6.6 1,965 7.3 7.1 +34

Total People 28,123 100.0 100.0 27,075 100.0 100.0 +1,048

Total responses 36,798 -- -- 34,622 -- -- +2,176

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 Moira Shire in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (11,988 people or 42.6%) English (11,364 people or 40.4%) Irish (3,636 people or 12.9%) Scottish (2,887 people or 10.3%) Italian (1,353 people or 4.8%) In combination these five ancestries account for 31,228 responses in total, or 111.04% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (42.6% compared to 40.9%) A larger percentage of people with Italian ancestry (4.8% compared to 3.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were: English (+1,530 persons) Australian (-679 persons) Scottish (+490 persons) Irish (+217 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 Moira 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, Moira Shire's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Country of birth Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 United Kingdom 793 2.8 3.5 726 2.7 3.5 +67

New Zealand 395 1.4 1.0 368 1.4 0.9 +27

Italy 267 0.9 0.6 292 1.1 0.7 -25

India 131 0.5 0.4 24 0.1 0.2 +107

Iraq 123 0.4 0.1 123 0.5 0.0 0

Netherlands 115 0.4 0.6 136 0.5 0.6 -21

Germany 78 0.3 0.5 64 0.2 0.5 +14

Philippines 74 0.3 0.3 50 0.2 0.2 +24

United States of America 34 0.1 0.2 17 0.1 0.2 +17

South Africa 32 0.1 0.2 31 0.1 0.2 +1

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

Birthplace - summary

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Birthplace Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 2,518 9.0 10.6 2,200 8.1 10.1 +318

Non-English speaking 1,218 4.3 5.5 1,021 3.8 5.2 +197 backgrounds

Main English speaking 1,300 4.6 5.1 1,179 4.4 4.9 +121 countries

Australia 23,927 85.1 84.3 23,237 85.8 84.3 +690

Not Stated 1,678 6.0 5.0 1,648 6.1 5.6 +30

Total Population 28,123 100.0 100.0 27,085 100.0 100.0 +1,038

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of people born overseas, as well as a smaller proportion of people from a non-English speaking background. Overall, 9.0% 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 Moira Shire was Italy, where 0.9% of the population, or 267 people, were born. There were no major differences between Moira Shire and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 318 or 14.5%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 197 or 19.3%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: India (+107 persons) United Kingdom (+67 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 Moira 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. Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 446 17.7 15.8

2001 to 2005 209 8.3 7.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 251 10.0 8.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 163 6.5 9.4

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 233 9.2 11.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 493 19.6 19.2

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 602 23.9 23.5

Not stated 124 4.9 5.5

Total 2,521 100.0 100.0

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 Moira Shire 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, 69.1% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 17.7% 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 Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (17.7% compared to 15.8%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1991 and 2000 (10.0% compared to 8.4%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 2001 and 2005 (8.3% compared to 7.2%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1981 and 1990 (6.5% compared to 9.4%)

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 Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

English proficiency Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 25,441 90.5 90.4 24,830 91.7 91.1 +611

Speaks another language, 1,128 4.0 4.6 949 3.5 4.0 +179 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 223 0.8 0.8 225 0.8 0.7 -2 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 1,331 4.7 4.1 1,079 4.0 4.1 +252

Total population 28,123 100.0 100.0 27,083 100.0 100.0 +1,040

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 English only (+611 persons) Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+179 persons)

Page 21 of 81 Language spoken at home Moira 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. Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes English) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Italian 432 1.5 0.9 509 1.9 1.0 -77

Arabic 222 0.8 0.2 245 0.9 0.2 -23

Punjabi 86 0.3 0.1 10 0.0 0.0 +76

Filipino/Tagalog 59 0.2 0.2 26 0.1 0.1 +33

Cantonese 39 0.1 0.1 26 0.1 0.1 +13

German 34 0.1 0.3 32 0.1 0.3 +2

Dutch 33 0.1 0.2 46 0.2 0.2 -13

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

Language - summary

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Language summary Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 25,442 90.5 90.4 24,829 91.7 91.1 +613

Non-English total 1,312 4.7 5.3 1,163 4.3 4.7 +149

Not stated 1,368 4.9 4.3 1,092 4.0 4.2 +276

Total Population 28,122 100.0 100.0 27,084 100.0 100.0 +1,038

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar 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, 90.5% of the population spoke English only, and 4.7% 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 Moira Shire was Italian, with 1.5% of the population, or 432 people speaking this language at home. There were no major differences between Moira 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 149 or 12.8%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 613 or 2.5%. The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for those speaking: Italian (-77 persons) Punjabi (+76 persons)

Page 24 of 81 Religion Moira 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. Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Religion Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Western (Roman) Catholic 8,628 30.7 25.1 8,191 30.2 25.0 +437

Anglican 5,006 17.8 16.7 5,046 18.6 17.8 -40

Uniting Church 3,044 10.8 8.6 3,284 12.1 9.9 -240

Presbyterian and Reformed 1,392 4.9 4.2 1,392 5.1 4.5 0

Christian,nfd 368 1.3 1.9 247 0.9 1.4 +121

Islam 274 1.0 0.6 245 0.9 0.5 +29

Baptist 180 0.6 1.4 160 0.6 1.4 +20

Pentecostal 170 0.6 0.8 198 0.7 0.9 -28

Lutheran 129 0.5 1.3 114 0.4 1.4 +15

Churches of Christ 125 0.4 0.4 116 0.4 0.4 +9

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

Religions - summary

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Religion totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Christian total 19,476 69.3 62.7 19,172 70.8 64.9 +304

Non Christian total 600 2.1 2.0 354 1.3 1.5 +246

Non-classifiable religious 144 0.5 0.8 94 0.3 0.7 +50 belief

No religion 5,390 19.2 25.4 4,692 17.3 21.5 +698

Not stated 2,514 8.9 9.0 2,770 10.2 11.4 -256

Total Population 28,124 100.0 100.0 27,082 100.0 100.0 +1,042

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. Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Moira Shire 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, 71.4% of the population nominated a religion, and 19.2% said they had no religion, compared with 64.7% and 25.4% respectively for Regional VIC. Page 26 of 81 The largest single religion in Moira Shire was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 30.7% of the population or 8,628 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (30.7% compared to 25.1%) A larger percentage who nominated Uniting Church (10.8% compared to 8.6%) A larger percentage who nominated Anglican (17.8% compared to 16.7%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Western (Roman) Catholic (+437 persons) Uniting Church (-240 persons) Christian,nfd (+121 persons) Sikhism (+75 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, Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Qualification level Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 1,692 7.5 12.5 1,381 6.4 10.5 +311

Advanced Diploma or 1,281 5.6 7.2 996 4.6 6.2 +285 Diploma

Vocational 4,621 20.4 20.7 3,957 18.3 18.5 +664

No qualification 12,251 54.0 48.4 12,413 57.5 52.2 -162

Not stated 2,841 12.5 11.1 2,843 13.2 12.7 -2

Total persons aged 15+ 22,686 100.0 100.0 21,590 100.0 100.0 +1,096

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 Moira Shire 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, 33.5% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 54.0% had no qualifications, compared with 40.5% and 48.4% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (54.0% compared to 48.4%) A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (7.5% compared to 12.5%) A smaller percentage of persons with Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (5.6% compared to 7.2%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Vocational qualifications (+664 persons) Bachelor or Higher degrees (+311 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+285 persons) No qualifications (-162 persons)

Page 29 of 81 Highest level of schooling Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Level of schooling Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 2,434 10.7 8.5 2,629 12.2 10.2 -195

Year 9 or equivalent 2,601 11.5 9.6 2,602 12.1 10.3 -1

Year 10 or equivalent 5,355 23.6 20.4 5,177 24.0 20.9 +178

Year 11 or equivalent 3,752 16.5 16.9 3,607 16.7 17.2 +145

Year 12 or equivalent 6,143 27.1 35.6 5,266 24.4 31.4 +877

Did not go to school 132 0.6 0.5 111 0.5 0.5 +21

Not stated 2,269 10.0 8.6 2,195 10.2 9.5 +74

Total persons aged 15+ 22,686 100.0 100.0 21,587 100.0 100.0 +1,099

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 Moira 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 lower proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent. Overall, 46.4% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 27.1% 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 Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (23.6% compared to 20.4%) A larger percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (10.7% compared to 8.5%) A larger percentage of persons who completed year 9 or equivalent (11.5% compared to 9.6%) A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (27.1% compared to 35.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Moira Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+877 persons) Year 8 or below (-195 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (+178 persons) Year 11 or equivalent (+145 persons)

Page 31 of 81 Education institution attending The share of Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Type of institute Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 431 1.5 1.6 462 1.7 1.5 -31

Primary school 2,257 8.0 8.1 2,482 9.2 8.9 -225

Primary - Government 1,204 4.3 5.5 1,566 5.8 6.5 -362

Primary - Catholic 945 3.4 1.9 851 3.1 1.8 +94

Primary - Independent 108 0.4 0.7 65 0.2 0.6 +43

Secondary school 1,940 6.9 6.9 1,927 7.1 7.4 +13

Secondary - Government 1,201 4.3 4.2 1,267 4.7 4.8 -66

Secondary - Catholic 570 2.0 1.8 495 1.8 1.6 +75

Secondary - Independent 169 0.6 1.0 165 0.6 0.9 +4

TAFE 548 1.9 2.2 425 1.6 1.9 +123

University 295 1.0 2.4 227 0.8 2.0 +68

Other 186 0.7 0.7 158 0.6 0.6 +28

Not attending 20,309 72.2 71.5 19,514 72.1 70.3 +795

Not stated 2,158 7.7 6.6 1,888 7.0 7.3 +270

Total 28,124 100.0 100.0 27,083 100.0 100.0 +1,041

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 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 Moira 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 lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education. Overall, 8.0% of the population were attending primary school, 6.9% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 3.0% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.1%, 6.9% and 4.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons attending an independent primary school (3.4% compared to 1.9%) A smaller percentage of persons attending University (1.0% compared to 2.4%) A smaller percentage of persons attending a Catholic primary school (4.3% compared to 5.5%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Moira Shire's population aged 15 years and over increased by 1,041 people (+3.8%). This represents an average annual change of 0.76% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Moira Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: Primary - Government (-362 persons) Primary school (-225 persons) TAFE (+123 persons) Primary - Catholic (+94 persons)

Page 34 of 81 Need for assistance Moira 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. Moira 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

Moira 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 28 1.6 1.1 14 0.9 1.0 +14

5 to 9 58 3.3 3.2 28 1.5 2.4 +30

10 to 19 86 2.3 2.8 63 1.7 2.1 +23

20 to 59 464 3.6 3.2 401 3.1 2.8 +63

60 to 64 150 7.5 6.7 116 7.2 5.8 +34

65 to 69 148 8.6 7.3 97 6.3 6.1 +51

70 to 74 142 9.6 9.4 109 8.4 8.3 +33

75 to 79 163 13.7 14.6 151 13.8 13.5 +12

80 to 84 213 23.7 23.6 190 24.7 24.9 +23

85 and over 379 47.6 47.0 301 50.1 47.0 +78

Total persons needing 1,831 6.5 5.7 1,470 5.4 4.9 +361 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age group (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 1,831 6.5 5.7 1,470 5.4 4.9 +361 assistance

Total persons not needing 24,715 87.9 89.4 24,319 89.8 90.1 +396 assistance

Not stated 1,576 5.6 4.9 1,297 4.8 5.1 +279

Total population 28,122 100.0 100.0 27,086 100.0 100.0 +1,036

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 Moira Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 6.5% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 5.7% for Regional VIC. The major difference in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in Moira Shire and Regional VIC is: A larger percentage of persons aged 65 to 69 (8.6% compared to 7.3%) Emerging groups The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in Moira Shire were in the age groups: 85 and over (+78 persons) 20 to 59 (+63 persons) 65 to 69 (+51 persons)

Page 37 of 81 Employment status Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Employment status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Employed 11,654 95.2 94.8 11,574 95.3 94.3 +80

Employed full-time 7,112 58.1 56.2 7,242 59.6 57.4 -130

Employed part-time 4,264 34.8 36.5 3,999 32.9 34.3 +265

Hours worked not stated 278 2.3 2.1 333 2.7 2.6 -55

Unemployed 590 4.8 5.2 572 4.7 5.7 +18

Looking for full-time work 381 3.1 3.1 400 3.3 3.7 -19

Looking for part-time work 209 1.7 2.0 172 1.4 2.0 +37

Total Labour Force 12,244 100.0 100.0 12,146 100.0 100.0 +98

Labour force status

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Labour force status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 12,244 54.0 58.2 12,146 56.3 58.2 +98

Not in the labour force 9,107 40.1 36.8 8,296 38.4 36.4 +811

Labour force status not stated 1,334 5.9 5.0 1,146 5.3 5.4 +188

Total persons aged 15+ 22,685 100.0 100.0 21,588 100.0 100.0 +1,097

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 Moira Shire's labour force in 2011 was 12,244 persons, of which 4,264 were employed part-time and 7,112 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a similar proportion in employment, as well as a similar proportion unemployed. Overall, 95.2% of the labour force was employed (51.4% of the population aged 15+), and 4.8% unemployed (2.6% 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 Moira Shire in 2011 shows that there was a lower proportion in the labour force (54.0%) compared with Regional VIC (58.2%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Moira Shire showed an increase of 80 persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 18 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 98 persons, or 0.8%.

Page 40 of 81 Industry sectors of employment Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Industry sector Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 1,924 16.5 7.8 2,383 20.6 9.5 -459 Fishing

Mining 36 0.3 0.8 16 0.1 0.6 +20

Manufacturing 1,727 14.8 10.4 1,806 15.6 11.8 -79

Electricity, Gas, Water and 108 0.9 1.5 115 1.0 1.3 -7 Waste Services

Construction 902 7.7 8.9 838 7.2 8.1 +64

Retail Trade 1,253 10.8 11.6 1,284 11.1 12.3 -31

Wholesale trade 385 3.3 3.1 342 3.0 3.3 +43

Accommodation and Food 866 7.4 6.8 810 7.0 6.4 +56 Services

Transport, Postal and 458 3.9 4.1 462 4.0 4.0 -4 Warehousing

Information Media and 59 0.5 1.1 65 0.6 1.3 -6 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 156 1.3 2.0 158 1.4 2.0 -2 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 95 0.8 1.0 110 1.0 1.1 -15 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 302 2.6 4.0 273 2.4 3.6 +29 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 215 1.8 2.6 226 2.0 2.6 -11 Services

Public Administration and 350 3.0 6.1 296 2.6 5.7 +54 Safety

Education and Training 663 5.7 8.2 611 5.3 7.8 +52

Health Care and Social 1,349 11.6 13.1 1,118 9.7 11.5 +231 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 111 1.0 1.3 65 0.6 1.2 +46

Other Services 397 3.4 3.6 359 3.1 3.5 +38

Inadequately described or 299 2.6 2.1 238 2.1 2.3 +61 not stated

Total employed persons 11,655 100.0 100.0 11,575 100.0 100.0 +80 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 Moira 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 Moira Shire's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Occupation Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Managers 2,399 20.6 15.2 2,744 23.7 16.4 -345

Professionals 1,327 11.4 16.7 1,213 10.5 15.5 +114

Technicians and Trades 1,658 14.2 15.4 1,623 14.0 15.3 +35 Workers

Community and Personal 1,087 9.3 10.3 884 7.6 9.1 +203 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 1,118 9.6 11.7 1,038 9.0 11.7 +80 Workers

Sales Workers 1,009 8.7 9.7 976 8.4 9.9 +33

Machinery Operators And 851 7.3 6.9 821 7.1 7.0 +30 Drivers

Labourers 1,962 16.8 12.3 2,079 18.0 13.3 -117

Inadequately described 246 2.1 2.0 196 1.7 1.8 +50

Total employed persons 11,657 100.0 100.0 11,574 100.0 100.0 +83 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 Moira Shire in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Managers (2,399 people or 20.6%) Labourers (1,962 people or 16.8%) Technicians and Trades Workers (1,658 people or 14.2%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 6,019 people in total or 51.6% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Regional VIC employed 15.2% in Managers; 12.3% in Labourers; and 15.4% in Technicians and Trades Workers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Managers (20.6% compared to 15.2%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (16.8% compared to 12.3%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (11.4% compared to 16.7%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (9.6% compared to 11.7%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Moira Shire increased by 83 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Moira Shire were for those employed as: Managers (-345 persons) Community and Personal Service Workers (+203 persons) Labourers (-117 persons) Professionals (+114 persons)

Page 46 of 81 Method of travel to work Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Main method of travel Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Train 3 0.0 1.3 0 0.0 0.7 +3

Bus 36 0.3 0.8 29 0.3 0.7 +7

Tram or Ferry 5 0.0 0.0 3 0.0 0.0 +2

Taxi 5 0.0 0.1 3 0.0 0.2 +2

Car - as driver 7,220 62.6 64.8 6,412 56.2 62.3 +808

Car - as passenger 618 5.4 5.4 587 5.1 5.4 +31

Truck 135 1.2 1.0 178 1.6 1.2 -43

Motorbike 103 0.9 0.5 116 1.0 0.6 -13

Bicycle 132 1.1 0.9 194 1.7 1.1 -62

Walked only 644 5.6 4.5 778 6.8 5.3 -134

Other 144 1.2 1.3 145 1.3 1.2 -1

Worked at home 1,110 9.6 6.4 1,452 12.7 7.4 -342

Did not go to work 1,155 10.0 11.5 1,278 11.2 12.0 -123

Not stated 216 1.9 1.7 226 2.0 1.9 -10

Total employed persons 11,526 100.0 100.0 11,401 100.0 100.0 +125 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 44 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Moira Shire, compared with 8,076 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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 0.4% used public transport, while 70.1% 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 Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of persons who worked at home (9.6% compared to 6.4%) A larger percentage of persons who walked only (5.6% compared to 4.5%) A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (62.6% compared to 64.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who did not go to work (10.0% compared to 11.5%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Moira Shire increased by 125 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Car - as driver (+808 persons) Worked at home (-342 persons) Walked only (-134 persons) Did not go to work (-123 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 Moira Shire include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Volunteer status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 5,495 24.2 23.4 5,483 25.4 24.3 +12

Not a volunteer 15,087 66.5 68.4 14,216 65.9 66.8 +871

Volunteer work not stated 2,106 9.3 8.1 1,889 8.8 8.9 +217

Total persons aged 15+ 22,688 100.0 100.0 21,588 100.0 100.0 +1,100

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 Moira 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

Moira 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 2,764 12.2 12.4 2,377 11.0 11.3 +387

No unpaid assistance 17,695 78.0 79.1 17,141 79.4 79.1 +554 provided

Not stated 2,227 9.8 8.5 2,069 9.6 9.7 +158

Total persons aged 15+ 22,686 100.0 100.0 21,587 100.0 100.0 +1,099

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 Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/ Nil income 1,534 6.8 6.6

$1-$199 1,694 7.5 8.0

$200-$299 3,284 14.5 12.5

$300-$399 3,223 14.2 12.5

$400-$599 3,435 15.1 14.1

$600-$799 2,606 11.5 11.5

$800-$999 1,783 7.9 8.1

$1000-$1249 1,412 6.2 7.1

$1250-$1499 756 3.3 4.3

$1500-$1999 658 2.9 4.4

$2000 or more 362 1.6 3.1

Not stated 1,939 8.5 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 22,686 100.0 100.0

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 Moira Shire 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) and a higher proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week). Overall, 4.5% of the population earned a high income, and 42.9% earned a low income, compared with 7.5% and 39.6% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between Moira Shire's individual incomes and Regional VIC's individual incomes were: A larger percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (14.5% compared to 12.5%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (14.2% compared to 12.5%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $400-$599 (15.1% compared to 14.1%) A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (1.6% compared to 3.1%)

Page 55 of 81 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Moira 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 Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional VIC Negative Income/Nil Income 181 1.7 1.2

$1-$199 228 2.1 1.8

$200-$299 414 3.8 3.5

$300-$399 1,023 9.3 8.4

$400-$599 1,585 14.5 12.3

$600-$799 1,284 11.7 10.6

$800-$999 1,154 10.5 9.3

$1000-$1249 874 8.0 8.5

$1250-$1499 779 7.1 7.5

$1500-$1999 981 9.0 10.3

$2000-$2499 602 5.5 6.7

$2500-$2999 289 2.6 4.5

$3000-$3499 159 1.5 2.5

$3500-$3999 55 0.5 0.9

$4000-$4999 30 0.3 0.6

$5000 or more 64 0.6 0.6

Not stated 1,243 11.4 10.7

Total households 10,945 100.0 100.0

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

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 Moira Shire 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 higher proportion of low income households (those earning less than $600 per week). Overall, 5.5% of the households earned a high income, and 31.3% were low income households, compared with 9.2% and 27.2% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences between the household incomes of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of households who earned $400-$599 (14.5% compared to 12.3%) A larger percentage of households who earned $800-$999 (10.5% compared to 9.3%) A larger percentage of households who earned $600-$799 (11.7% compared to 10.6%) A smaller percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (2.6% compared to 4.5%)

Page 57 of 81 Households summary Moira 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, Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Households by type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 2,880 25.5 26.9 2,973 28.2 28.7 -93

Couples without children 3,487 30.8 27.8 3,308 31.3 27.6 +179

One parent families 1,005 8.9 10.5 923 8.7 10.4 +82

Other families 89 0.8 0.8 97 0.9 0.9 -8

Group household 260 2.3 2.9 218 2.1 2.8 +42

Lone person 3,019 26.7 26.8 2,612 24.8 25.7 +407

Other not classifiable 372 3.3 2.6 258 2.4 2.5 +114 household

Visitor only households 200 1.8 1.6 164 1.6 1.4 +36

Total households 11,312 100.0 100.0 10,553 100.0 100.0 +759

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a lower proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 25.5% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 8.9% were one-parent families, compared with 26.9% and 10.5% respectively for Regional VIC. There were a similar proportion of lone person households and a higher proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 26.7% compared to 26.8% in Regional VIC while the proportion of couples without children was 30.8% compared to 27.8% in Regional VIC. Emerging groups The number of households in Moira Shire increased by 759 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: Lone person (+407 households) Couples without children (+179 households) Couples with children (-93 households) One parent families (+82 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, Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually resident Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 1 person 3,019 28.1 27.9 2,616 25.8 26.7 +403

2 persons 4,157 38.7 36.3 3,941 38.9 36.1 +216

3 persons 1,329 12.4 13.9 1,238 12.2 14.0 +91

4 persons 1,193 11.1 13.1 1,249 12.3 13.8 -56

5 persons 694 6.5 6.2 724 7.1 6.7 -30

6 or more persons 352 3.3 2.6 365 3.6 2.7 -13

1 person 3,019 28.1 27.9 2,616 25.8 26.7 +403

2 persons 4,157 38.7 36.3 3,941 38.9 36.1 +216

3 persons 1,329 12.4 13.9 1,238 12.2 14.0 +91

4 persons 1,193 11.1 13.1 1,249 12.3 13.8 -56

5 persons 694 6.5 6.2 724 7.1 6.7 -30

6 or more persons 352 3.3 2.6 365 3.6 2.7 -13

Total classifiable households 10,744 100.0 100.0 10,133 100.0 100.0 +611

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 Moira Shire compared with Regional VIC shows that there were a similar proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 56.2% of lone person households, and 41.7% of larger households, compared with 55.9% and 43.8% respectively for Regional VIC. The major differences in the household size for Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (38.7% compared to 36.3%) A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (38.7% compared to 36.3%) A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (11.1% compared to 13.1%) A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (11.1% compared to 13.1%) Emerging groups The number of households in Moira Shire increased by 1,222 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 1 person (+403 households) 1 person (+403 households) 2 persons (+216 households) 2 persons (+216 households)

Page 62 of 81 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Moira 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 Moira Shire.

Dwelling structure

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Separate house 11,507 87.3 87.8 10,625 86.3 87.8 +882

Medium density 1,353 10.3 10.4 1,338 10.9 10.3 +15

High density 0 0.0 0.3 16 0.1 0.2 -16

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 254 1.9 1.0 253 2.1 1.1 +1

Other 53 0.4 0.4 86 0.7 0.6 -33

Not stated 17 0.1 0.1 0 0.0 0.0 +17

Total Private Dwellings 13,184 100.0 100.0 12,318 100.0 100.0 +866

Dwelling type

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 11,313 85.6 83.3 10,549 85.4 83.8 +764

Unoccupied private 1,866 14.1 16.3 1,764 14.3 15.8 +102 dwellings

Non private dwellings 43 0.3 0.4 45 0.4 0.4 -2

Total Dwellings 13,222 100.0 100.0 12,358 100.0 100.0 +864

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 11,507 separate houses in the area, 1,353 medium density dwellings, and no high density dwellings. In addition, there were 254 caravans/cabins/houseboats in the area. Analysis of the types of dwellings in Moira Shire in 2011 shows that 87.3% of all dwellings were separate houses; 10.3% 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 85.6% of the dwellings in Moira Shire were occupied on Census night, compared to 83.3% in Regional VIC. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 14.1%, which is smaller compared to that found in Regional VIC (16.3%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in Moira Shire increased by 864 between 2006 and 2011. The largest change in the type of dwellings found in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 was: Separate house (+882 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 Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of bedrooms Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 447 4.0 3.9 391 3.7 4.0 +56

2 bedrooms 1,786 15.8 16.5 1,788 16.9 16.7 -2

3 bedrooms 5,675 50.2 50.4 5,412 51.3 51.8 +263

4 bedrooms 2,367 20.9 21.0 2,133 20.2 19.6 +234

5 bedrooms or more 401 3.5 3.5 346 3.3 3.2 +55

Not stated 635 5.6 4.8 482 4.6 4.6 +153

Total households 11,311 100.0 100.0 10,552 100.0 100.0 +759

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a similar proportion of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms. Overall, 19.7% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 24.5% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 20.4% and 24.4% for Regional VIC respectively. There were no major differences between Moira Shire and Regional VIC in 2011. Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 3 bedrooms (+263 dwellings) 4 bedrooms (+234 dwellings) 0 or 1 bedrooms (+56 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+55 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 Moira Shire can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Connection type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 7,044 62.3 68.4 4,888 46.3 51.8 +2,156

Broadband connection 6,297 55.7 60.9 2,298 21.8 27.4 +3,999

Dial-up connection 390 3.4 3.6 2,533 24.0 23.8 -2,143

Other connection 357 3.2 3.9 57 0.5 0.6 +300

No internet connection 3,413 30.2 25.3 5,035 47.7 42.4 -1,622

Not stated 858 7.6 6.4 624 5.9 5.8 +234

Total households 11,315 100.0 100.0 10,547 100.0 100.0 +768

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 Moira Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity. Overall 33.6% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 55.7% 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 2,156. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Moira Shire, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+3,999 households) Total internet connection (+2,156 households) Dial-up connection (-2,143 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 Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Number of cars Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 658 5.8 6.4 614 5.8 7.1 +44

1 motor vehicle 3,722 32.9 33.0 3,481 33.0 33.0 +241

2 motor vehicles 3,905 34.5 36.1 3,758 35.6 36.3 +147

3 or more motor vehicles 2,228 19.7 18.4 2,029 19.2 17.4 +199

Not stated 799 7.1 6.1 667 6.3 6.2 +132

Total households 11,312 100.0 100.0 10,549 100.0 100.0 +763

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that 87.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 5.8% did not, compared with 87.5% and 6.4% respectively in Regional VIC. Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a similar proportion who owned just one car; a smaller proportion who owned two cars; and a larger proportion who owned three cars or more. Overall, 32.9% of the households owned one car; 34.5% owned two cars; and 19.7% 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 Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: 1 motor vehicle (+241 households) 3 or more motor vehicles (+199 households) 2 motor vehicles (+147 households)

Page 71 of 81 Housing tenure Moira 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 Moira Shire, Tenure data is useful for analysing housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Moira Shire 2011 2006 Change

Tenure type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011 Fully owned 4,465 39.5 37.3 4,370 41.4 39.1 +95

Mortgage 3,441 30.4 32.1 3,205 30.4 31.8 +236

Renting 2,560 22.6 24.1 2,279 21.6 22.7 +281

Renting - Social housing 368 3.3 4.0 393 3.7 4.2 -25

Renting - Private 2,056 18.2 19.3 1,732 16.4 17.5 +324

Renting - Not stated 136 1.2 0.8 154 1.5 1.0 -18

Other tenure type 106 0.9 0.8 101 1.0 0.8 +5

Not stated 740 6.5 5.6 593 5.6 5.6 +147

Total households 11,312 100.0 100.0 10,548 100.0 100.0 +764

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 Moira Shire in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a larger proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a smaller proportion purchasing their dwelling; and a smaller proportion who were renters. Overall, 39.5% of the population owned their dwelling; 30.4% were purchasing, and 22.6% 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 Moira Shire between 2006 and 2011 were: Renting - Private (+324 persons) Mortgage (+236 persons) Fully owned (+95 persons) The total number of households in Moira Shire increased by 764 between 2006 and 2011.

Page 73 of 81 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011

Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional VIC Nil repayments 160 4.6 2.6

$1-$149 26 0.8 0.8

$150-$299 64 1.9 1.8

$300-$449 144 4.2 4.0

$450-$599 122 3.5 3.9

$600-$799 274 8.0 7.4

$800-$999 381 11.1 9.5

$1000-$1199 376 10.9 10.5

$1200-$1399 403 11.7 11.3

$1400-$1599 256 7.4 8.9

$1600-$1799 275 8.0 8.8

$1800-$1999 134 3.9 5.4

$2000-$2199 195 5.7 6.9

$2200-$2399 81 2.4 2.6

$2400-$2599 37 1.1 1.6

$2600-$2999 91 2.6 3.4

$3000-$3999 97 2.8 3.3

$4000-$4999 25 0.7 1.1

$5000 and over 41 1.2 0.9

Not stated 260 7.6 5.6

Total households with a mortgage 3,442 100.0 100.0

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 Moira Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or more), and a larger proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month). Overall, 7.4% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 34.0% were paying low repayments, compared with 8.7% and 29.9% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the household loan repayments of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of Nil repayments (4.6% compared to 2.6%) A larger percentage of $800-$999 (11.1% compared to 9.5%) A smaller percentage of $1400-$1599 (7.4% compared to 8.9%) A smaller percentage of $1800-$1999 (3.9% compared to 5.4%)

Page 75 of 81 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Moira 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

Moira Shire 2011

Weekly rental amount Number % Regional VIC Nil 253 9.8 5.8

$1 - $74 95 3.7 3.3

$75 - $99 156 6.1 5.9

$100 - $124 226 8.8 7.0

$125 - $149 230 8.9 7.5

$150 - $174 378 14.7 11.6

$175 - $199 313 12.2 9.6

$200 - $224 298 11.6 11.5

$225 - $249 116 4.5 7.1

$250 - $274 152 5.9 8.7

$275 - $299 68 2.6 4.4

$300 - $324 67 2.6 4.7

$325 - $349 16 0.6 1.8

$350 - $374 21 0.8 2.1

$375 - $399 3 0.1 0.9

$400 - $424 15 0.6 1.0

$425 - $449 0 0.0 0.3

$450 - $549 8 0.3 1.0

$550 - $649 3 0.1 0.3

$650 - $749 3 0.1 0.1

$750 - $849 3 0.1 0.1

$850 - $949 3 0.1 0.1

$950+ 10 0.4 0.6

Rent Not stated 133 5.2 4.4

Total households renting 2,570 100.0 100.0

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 Moira Shire compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), and a larger proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week). Overall, 1.8% of households were paying high rental payments, and 37.4% were paying low payments, compared with 3.5% and 29.5% respectively in Regional VIC. The major differences between the housing rental payments of Moira Shire and Regional VIC were: A larger percentage of Nil (9.8% compared to 5.8%) A larger percentage of $150 - $174 (14.7% compared to 11.6%) A larger percentage of $175 - $199 (12.2% compared to 9.6%) A larger percentage of $100 - $124 (8.8% compared to 7.0%)

Page 77 of 81 SEIFA - disadvantage Moira 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 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. Moira Shire 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 Moira 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 Moira Shire.

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