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Ararat Rural City

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Regional VIC

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Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2

Population highlights 4

About the areas 6

Five year age groups 9

Ancestry 12

Birthplace 15

Year of arrival in Australia 17

Proficiency in English 19

Language spoken at home 22

Religion 25

Qualifications 27

Highest level of schooling 29

Education institution attending 32

Need for assistance 35

Employment status 38

Industry sectors of employment 41

Occupations of employment 44

Method of travel to work 47

Volunteer work 49

Unpaid care 51

Individual income 53

Household income 55

Households summary 57

Household size 60

Dwelling type 63

Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65

Internet connection 67

Number of cars per household 69

Housing tenure 71

Housing loan repayments 73

Housing rental payments 75

SEIFA - disadvantage 78

About the community profile 79

The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Ararat Rural City 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 Ararat Rural City. 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 Ararat Rural

City.

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)


Ararat Rural City

Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in

numberChange in

percent

2001 11,721 -- --

2002 11,758 +37 +0.32

2003 11,707 -51 -0.43

2004 11,653 -54 -0.46

2005 11,616 -37 -0.32

2006 11,660 +44 +0.38

2007 11,538 -122 -1.05

2008 11,472 -66 -0.57

2009 11,465 -7 -0.06

2010 11,396 -69 -0.60

2011 11,297 -99 -0.87

2012 11,321 +24 +0.21

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Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

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2011 Ararat Rural

CityRegional VIC Victoria Australia

Median age 4541 37 37

Median weeklyhouseholdincome

$844$945 $1,216 $1,234

Couples withchildren 24%

27% 32% 31%

Older coupleswithout children 13%

11% 9% 9%

Medium andhigh densityHousing

6%11% 23% 25%

Householdswith a mortgage 28%

32% 34% 33%

Median weeklyrent $150

$190 $277 $285

Householdsrenting 22%

24% 26% 29%

Non-Englishspeakingbackgrounds

4%6% 20% 16%

Universityattendance 1%

2% 5% 4%

Bachelor orHigher degree 9%

13% 21% 19%

Vocational 19%21%

16% 18%

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Public transport(to work) 0%

2% 11% 10%

Unemployment 4%5% 5% 6%

SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011

951978 1010 1002

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Location and boundaries

Ararat Rural City is located in south-western Victoria, about 200 kilometres west of Melbourne. Ararat Rural City is

bounded by Northern Grampians Shire in the north, Pyrenees and Corangamite Shires in the east, Moyne Shire in

the south, and Southern Grampians Shire in the west.

Name origin

Ararat is named after Mount Ararat, which was named after the biblical mountain.

Settlement history

European settlement dates from the early 1840s, with land used mainly for agriculture, particularly sheep grazing and

wool production. Townships were established in the 1850s, spurred by the gold rush. Ararat developed as the largest

town in the district. Growth took place in the late 1800s, spurred by the arrival of the railway in 1875. Expansion

continued during the early 1900s, and again during the immediate post-war years. The population of the City declined

slightly during the 1990s, falling from over 12,000 in 1991 to about 11,000 in 2001. The population was then relatively

stable between 2001 and 2011.

About the area

Important

Statistics

Population

11,1832011 Usual residents

Land area

420,982hectares (4,210

Km )2

Population density

0.03persons per hectare

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Land use

Ararat Rural City is a predominantly rural area,

with urban areas in a number of townships. Ararat

is the largest township, followed by Willaura.

Smaller townships include Buangor, Elmhurst,

Lake Bolac, Maroona, Mininera, Moyston,

Pomonal, Streatham, Tatyoon, Warrak, Westmere

and Wickliffe. The City encompasses a total land

area of about 4,200 square kilometres. Land is

used largely for agriculture, including viticulture,

wool, crops, beef cattle, lambs, vegetables,

nurseries and cut flowers.

Transport

Ararat Rural City is served by the Glenelg

Highway, the Pyrenees Highway, the Western Highway and the Melbourne-Ararat railway line.

Major features

Major features of the City include the Grampians National Park, Langi-Ghiran State Park, Mount Buangor State Park,

Ararat Hills Regional Park, Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (Ararat Campus), University of Ballarat (Ararat

Campus), Ararat Prison, J Ward Museum Complex, Challicum Hills Wind Farm, Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre,

Ararat Harness Racing Track, Ararat Racecourse, Lake Bolac, Green Hill Lake and Alexandra Gardens.

Indigenous background

The original inhabitants of the Ararat area were the Tjapwurong Aboriginal people.

Included areas

Ararat Rural City includes the townships and localities of Ararat, Armstrong, Ballyrogan, Bayindeen, Black Range

(part), Bornes Hill, Buangor (part), Carranballac (part), Cathcart, Chatsworth (part), Crowlands (part), Denicull Creek,

Dobie, Dunkeld (part), Dunneworthy (part), Elmhurst (part), Eversley (part), Glenlogie (part), Glenthompson (part),

Great Western (part), Halls Gap (part), Lake Bolac, Langi Logan, Mafeking, Maroona, Middle Creek (part), Mininera,

Mount Cole, Mount Cole Creek, Moyston, Narrapumelap South, Nerrin Nerrin (part), Norval, Pomonal (part), Pura

Pura (part), Rhymney, Rocky Point, Rossbridge, Stavely, Stoneleigh (part), Streatham (part), Tatyoon, Warrak,

Westmere, Wickliffe, Willaura, Willaura North, Woorndoo (part) and Yalla-Y-Poora.

Land use

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The Age Structure of Ararat Rural City provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and

facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Ararat Rural City'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 Ararat Rural City's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Types and Dwelling Types.

Five year age groups

Age structure - Five year age groups

Ararat Rural City 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups(years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 662 5.9 6.3 597 5.3 6.0 +65

5 to 9 612 5.5 6.2 711 6.3 6.8 -99

10 to 14 697 6.2 6.7 806 7.2 7.5 -109

15 to 19 647 5.8 6.8 689 6.1 7.0 -42

20 to 24 481 4.3 5.5 483 4.3 5.5 -2

25 to 29 520 4.6 5.2 488 4.3 4.9 +32

30 to 34 566 5.1 5.2 581 5.2 5.8 -15

35 to 39 644 5.8 6.1 718 6.4 6.6 -74

40 to 44 728 6.5 6.7 772 6.9 7.1 -44

45 to 49 808 7.2 7.0 822 7.3 7.4 -14

50 to 54 820 7.3 7.1 895 8.0 7.1 -75

55 to 59 860 7.7 6.9 860 7.6 6.7 0

60 to 64 845 7.6 6.6 754 6.7 5.4 +91

65 to 69 692 6.2 5.2 585 5.2 4.6 +107

70 to 74 539 4.8 4.1 500 4.4 3.8 +39

75 to 79 441 3.9 3.2 446 4.0 3.4 -5

80 to 84 353 3.2 2.6 320 2.8 2.5 +33

85 and over 268 2.4 2.3 228 2.0 2.0 +40

Total 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,255 100.0 100.0 -72

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Five year age structure, 2011

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the five year age groups of Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a

lower proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the older age

groups (65+).

Overall, 17.6% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 20.5% 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 Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of persons aged 65 to 69 (6.2% compared to 5.2%)




Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Ararat Rural City's population decreased by 72 people (0.6%). This represents an average

annual population change of -0.13% per year over the period.

The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups:

10 to 14 (-109 persons)

65 to 69 (+107 persons)

5 to 9 (-99 persons)

60 to 64 (+91 persons)

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Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations.

Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in Ararat Rural City 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 Ararat Rural City's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry

Ancestry - ranked by size


Ancestry Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Australian 4,637 41.5 40.9 5,475 48.7 45.8 -838

English 4,509 40.3 39.9 3,942 35.0 35.8 +567

Scottish 1,390 12.4 10.9 1,203 10.7 9.4 +187

Irish 1,273 11.4 12.6 1,151 10.2 11.3 +122

German 556 5.0 4.6 505 4.5 4.4 +51

Italian 176 1.6 3.6 156 1.4 3.5 +20

Dutch 135 1.2 2.3 143 1.3 2.3 -8

Maori 72 0.6 0.2 36 0.3 0.2 +36

Filipino 65 0.6 0.4 19 0.2 0.3 +46

Welsh 47 0.4 0.5 50 0.4 0.5 -3

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

Ancestry - totals


Ancestry totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Not stated 1,079 9.6 6.6 1,043 9.3 7.1 +36

Total People 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,252 100.0 100.0 -69

Total responses 14,586 -- -- 14,243 -- -- +343


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Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Ararat Rural City in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries

nominated were:

Australian (4,637 people or 41.5%)

English (4,509 people or 40.3%)

Scottish (1,390 people or 12.4%)

Irish (1,273 people or 11.4%)

German (556 people or 5.0%)

In combination these five ancestries account for 12,365 responses in total, or 110.57% of all responses.

The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of people with Scottish ancestry (12.4% compared to 10.9%)

A smaller percentage of people with Italian ancestry (1.6% compared to 3.6%)

A smaller percentage of people with Irish ancestry (11.4% compared to 12.6%)

A smaller percentage of people with Dutch ancestry (1.2% compared to 2.3%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were:

Australian (-838 persons)

English (+567 persons)

Scottish (+187 persons)

Irish (+122 persons)

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Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Ararat

Rural City. 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, Ararat Rural City's Country of Birth data should

be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace

Birthplace - ranked by size


Country of birth Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

United Kingdom 302 2.7 3.5 305 2.7 3.5 -3

New Zealand 163 1.5 1.0 89 0.8 0.9 +74

Germany 55 0.5 0.5 51 0.5 0.5 +4

Philippines 52 0.5 0.3 25 0.2 0.2 +27

India 41 0.4 0.4 12 0.1 0.2 +29

Netherlands 41 0.4 0.6 52 0.5 0.6 -11

United States of America 20 0.2 0.2 16 0.1 0.2 +4

Italy 20 0.2 0.6 27 0.2 0.7 -7

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

Birthplace - summary


Birthplace Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Total Overseas born 983 8.8 10.6 771 6.8 10.1 +212

Non-English speaking

backgrounds

458 4.1 5.5 337 3.0 5.2 +121

Main English speaking

countries

525 4.7 5.1 434 3.9 4.9 +91

Australia 9,693 86.7 84.3 9,955 88.4 84.3 -262

Not Stated 507 4.5 5.0 530 4.7 5.6 -23

Total Population 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,256 100.0 100.0 -73


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Country of birth, 2011


Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Ararat Rural City 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, 8.8% of the population was born overseas, and 4.1% were from a non-English speaking background,

compared with 10.6% and 5.5% respectively for Regional VIC.

There were no major differences between Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC in 2011.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 212 or 27.5%, and the number of people

from a non-English speaking background increased by 121 or 35.9%.

The largest change in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 was for those born

in:

New Zealand (+74 persons)

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The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree

to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of Ararat Rural City 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.

Ararat Rural City's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data, is a

good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Year of arrival in Australia

Ararat Rural City 2011Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional VIC

2006 to 9 Aug 2011 212 21.5 15.8

2001 to 2005 63 6.4 7.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 61 6.2 8.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 86 8.7 9.4

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 73 7.4 11.0

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 170 17.3 19.2

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 190 19.3 23.5

Not stated 129 13.1 5.5

Total 984 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Ararat Rural City 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, 58.9% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 21.5% arrived during or after 2006,


The major differences between the year of arrival data of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (21.5% compared to 15.8%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (19.3% compared to 23.5%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (7.4% compared to 11.0%)

A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1991 and 2000 (6.2% compared to 8.4%)

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Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language

other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry,

Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects Ararat Rural City's ethnic composition and how

long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to

communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English


English proficiency Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 10,114 90.4 90.4 10,415 92.5 91.1 -301

Speaks another language,

and English well or very well

310 2.8 4.6 194 1.7 4.0 +116

Speaks another language,

and English not well or not

at all

29 0.3 0.8 34 0.3 0.7 -5

Not Stated 730 6.5 4.1 612 5.4 4.1 +118

Total population 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,255 100.0 100.0 -72


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the proficiency in English data for Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there

was a similar proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a lower proportion of persons who spoke another

language and English not well or not at all.

Overall, 90.4% of persons spoke English only, and 0.3% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,


Emerging groups

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were

in those speaking:

Speaks English only (-301 persons)

Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+116 persons)

Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011


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Ararat Rural City'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.

Ararat Rural City's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in

English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the

multicultural community.

Language spoken at home

Language spoken at home - ranked by size


Language (excludesEnglish) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Filipino/Tagalog 48 0.4 0.2 7 0.1 0.1 +41

German 33 0.3 0.3 32 0.3 0.3 +1

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

Language - summary


Language summary Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 10,113 90.4 90.4 10,416 92.5 91.1 -303

Non-English total 316 2.8 5.3 209 1.9 4.7 +107

Not stated 755 6.8 4.3 631 5.6 4.2 +124



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Ararat Rural City 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, 90.4% of the population spoke English only, and 2.8% 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 Ararat Rural City was Filipino/Tagalog, with 0.4% of

the population, or 48 people speaking this language at home.

There were no major differences between Ararat Rural City 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 107

or 51.2%, and the number of people who spoke English only decreased by 303 or 2.9%.

There were no major differences in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011.

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Ararat Rural City'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.

Ararat Rural City's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as Country

of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religion

Religions - ranked by size


Religion Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Western (Roman) Catholic 2,462 22.0 25.1 2,428 21.6 25.0 +34

Anglican 1,609 14.4 16.7 1,648 14.6 17.8 -39

Uniting Church 1,337 12.0 8.6 1,507 13.4 9.9 -170

Presbyterian and Reformed 624 5.6 4.2 687 6.1 4.5 -63

Christian,nfd 169 1.5 1.9 78 0.7 1.4 +91

Lutheran 168 1.5 1.3 192 1.7 1.4 -24

Jehova's Witnesses 95 0.8 0.3 104 0.9 0.3 -9

Salvation Army 85 0.8 0.4 90 0.8 0.4 -5

Buddhism 69 0.6 0.7 30 0.3 0.5 +39

Baptist 64 0.6 1.4 40 0.4 1.4 +24

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

Religions - summary


Religion totals Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Christian total 6,811 60.9 62.7 6,994 62.1 64.9 -183

Non Christian total 159 1.4 2.0 80 0.7 1.5 +79

Non-classifiable religious

belief

39 0.3 0.8 52 0.5 0.7 -13

No religion 2,813 25.2 25.4 2,455 21.8 21.5 +358

Not stated 1,361 12.2 9.0 1,674 14.9 11.4 -313



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Religion, 2011


Change in religion, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that

there was a lower proportion of people who professed a religion and a similar proportion who stated they had no

religion.

Overall, 62.3% of the population nominated a religion, and 25.2% said they had no religion, compared with 64.7%


The largest single religion in Ararat Rural City was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 22.0% of the population or 2,462

people as adherents.

The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage who nominated Uniting Church (12.0% compared to 8.6%)

A larger percentage who nominated Presbyterian and Reformed (5.6% compared to 4.2%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (22.0% compared to 25.1%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Anglican (14.4% compared to 16.7%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011 were for

those who nominated:

Uniting Church (-170 persons)

Christian,nfd (+91 persons)

Presbyterian and Reformed (-63 persons)

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Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most

important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and

Occupation, Ararat Rural City's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Qualifications

Highest qualification achieved


Qualification level Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Bachelor or Higher degree 873 9.5 12.5 712 7.8 10.5 +161

Advanced Diploma or

Diploma

626 6.8 7.2 583 6.4 6.2 +43

Vocational 1,750 19.0 20.7 1,555 17.0 18.5 +195

No qualification 4,559 49.5 48.4 4,813 52.7 52.2 -254

Not stated 1,399 15.2 11.1 1,478 16.2 12.7 -79

Total persons aged 15+ 9,207 100.0 100.0 9,141 100.0 100.0 +66


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there

was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or

Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a higher proportion of people with no formal qualifications.

Overall, 35.3% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 49.5% had no qualifications,


The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (49.5% compared to 48.4%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (9.5% compared to 12.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (19.0% compared to 20.7%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011 were in those

with:

No qualifications (-254 persons)

Vocational qualifications (+195 persons)

Bachelor or Higher degrees (+161 persons)

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Ararat Rural City's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators, such

as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access services.

Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.

Highest level of schooling

Highest level of secondary schooling completed


Level of schooling Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Year 8 or below 861 9.4 8.5 1,071 11.7 10.2 -210

Year 9 or equivalent 921 10.0 9.6 960 10.5 10.3 -39

Year 10 or equivalent 1,798 19.5 20.4 1,798 19.6 20.9 0

Year 11 or equivalent 1,605 17.4 16.9 1,634 17.8 17.2 -29

Year 12 or equivalent 2,803 30.4 35.6 2,489 27.2 31.4 +314

Did not go to school 79 0.9 0.5 90 1.0 0.5 -11

Not stated 1,141 12.4 8.6 1,113 12.2 9.5 +28



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Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Ararat Rural City 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, 39.7% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 30.4% 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 Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC

was:

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (30.4% compared to 35.6%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Ararat Rural City, between 2006 and 2011

were:

Year 12 or equivalent (+314 persons)

Year 8 or below (-210 persons)

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The share of Ararat Rural City's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the

population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean

young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out

educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties.

This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institution attending

Education institute attending


Type of institute Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Pre-school 175 1.6 1.6 154 1.4 1.5 +21

Primary school 811 7.3 8.1 947 8.4 8.9 -136

Primary - Government 648 5.8 5.5 789 7.0 6.5 -141

Primary - Catholic 151 1.4 1.9 143 1.3 1.8 +8

Primary - Independent 12 0.1 0.7 15 0.1 0.6 -3

Secondary school 691 6.2 6.9 794 7.1 7.4 -103

Secondary - Government 364 3.3 4.2 513 4.6 4.8 -149

Secondary - Catholic 318 2.8 1.8 263 2.3 1.6 +55

Secondary - Independent 9 0.1 1.0 18 0.2 0.9 -9

TAFE 140 1.3 2.2 167 1.5 1.9 -27

University 140 1.3 2.4 126 1.1 2.0 +14

Other 59 0.5 0.7 52 0.5 0.6 +7

Not attending 8,072 72.2 71.5 8,026 71.3 70.3 +46

Not stated 1,095 9.8 6.6 989 8.8 7.3 +106

Total 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,255 100.0 100.0 -72


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to

Regional VIC shows that there was a lower proportion attending primary school, a lower proportion attending

secondary school, and a lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education.

Overall, 7.3% of the population were attending primary school, 6.2% of the population were attending secondary

institutions, and 2.5% 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 Ararat Rural City and

Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of persons attending and independent secondary school (2.8% compared to 1.8%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending University (1.3% compared to 2.4%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, Ararat Rural City's population aged 15 years and over decreased by 72 people (+0.6%). This

represents an average annual change of -0.13% per year over the period.

The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Ararat Rural City, between 2006 and

2011 were in those who nominated:

Secondary - Government (-149 persons)

Primary - Government (-141 persons)

Primary school (-136 persons)

Secondary school (-103 persons)

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Ararat Rural City'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. Ararat Rural City's disability statistics help in understanding the

prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with

a disability, how that support is provided.

Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be

treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number

% of total agegroup Regional VIC Number

% of total agegroup Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 3 0.5 1.1 6 1.0 1.0 -3

5 to 9 16 2.6 3.2 17 2.4 2.4 -1

10 to 19 40 3.0 2.8 22 1.5 2.1 +18

20 to 59 227 4.2 3.2 206 3.7 2.8 +21

60 to 64 73 8.7 6.7 60 8.0 5.8 +13

65 to 69 61 8.9 7.3 61 10.3 6.1 0

70 to 74 64 11.8 9.4 53 10.5 8.3 +11

75 to 79 51 11.6 14.6 59 13.1 13.5 -8

80 to 84 75 21.2 23.6 85 26.5 24.9 -10

85 and over 124 45.6 47.0 108 47.6 47.0 +16

Total persons needing

assistance

734 6.6 5.7 677 6.0 4.9 +57

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Total persons needing

assistance

734 6.6 5.7 677 6.0 4.9 +57

Total persons not needing

assistance

9,602 85.9 89.4 9,843 87.5 90.1 -241

Not stated 847 7.6 4.9 734 6.5 5.1 +113

Total population 11,183 100.0 100.0 11,254 100.0 100.0 -71


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Ararat Rural City compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a

higher proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities.

Overall, 6.6% 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 Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:




A smaller percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (11.6% compared to 14.6%)

Emerging groups


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Ararat Rural City's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or

part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and

social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure,

which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available

in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Employment status


Employment status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Employed 4,782 96.3 94.8 4,704 94.0 94.3 +78

Employed full-time 2,868 57.7 56.2 2,943 58.8 57.4 -75

Employed part-time 1,788 36.0 36.5 1,616 32.3 34.3 +172

Hours worked not stated 126 2.5 2.1 145 2.9 2.6 -19

Unemployed 185 3.7 5.2 300 6.0 5.7 -115

Looking for full-time work 123 2.5 3.1 210 4.2 3.7 -87

Looking for part-time work 62 1.2 2.0 90 1.8 2.0 -28

Total Labour Force 4,967 100.0 100.0 5,004 100.0 100.0 -37

Labour force status


Labour force status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Total Labour force 4,967 53.9 58.2 5,004 54.6 58.2 -37

Not in the labour force 3,817 41.5 36.8 3,785 41.3 36.4 +32

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Change in employment status, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

The size of Ararat Rural City's labour force in 2011 was 4,967 persons, of which 1,788 were employed part-time and

2,868 were full time workers.

Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to

Regional VIC shows that there was a higher proportion in employment, and a lower proportion unemployed. Overall,

96.3% of the labour force was employed (51.9% of the population aged 15+), and 3.7% unemployed (2.0% 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 Ararat Rural City in 2011 shows that there was a

lower proportion in the labour force (53.9%) compared with Regional VIC (58.2%).

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Ararat Rural City showed an increase of 78 persons and

the number unemployed showed a decrease of 115 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour

force showed a decrease of 37 persons, or 0.7%.

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Ararat Rural City’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within theresiding area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents as

well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region.

When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector

statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sectors of employment

Industry sector of employment


Industry sector Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Agriculture, Forestry and

Fishing

780 16.3 7.8 908 19.3 9.5 -128

Mining 50 1.0 0.8 29 0.6 0.6 +21

Manufacturing 615 12.9 10.4 601 12.8 11.8 +14

Electricity, Gas, Water and

Waste Services

24 0.5 1.5 21 0.4 1.3 +3

Construction 299 6.3 8.9 245 5.2 8.1 +54

Retail Trade 447 9.4 11.6 485 10.3 12.3 -38

Wholesale trade 157 3.3 3.1 136 2.9 3.3 +21

Accommodation and Food

Services

284 5.9 6.8 268 5.7 6.4 +16

Transport, Postal and

Warehousing

140 2.9 4.1 124 2.6 4.0 +16

Information Media and

Telecommunications

29 0.6 1.1 25 0.5 1.3 +4

Financial and Insurance

Services

48 1.0 2.0 53 1.1 2.0 -5

Rental, Hiring and Real

Estate Services

33 0.7 1.0 25 0.5 1.1 +8

Professional, Scientific and

Technical Services

96 2.0 4.0 97 2.1 3.6 -1

Administrative and Support

Services

87 1.8 2.6 78 1.7 2.6 +9

Public Administration and

Safety

449 9.4 6.1 418 8.9 5.7 +31

Education and Training 294 6.2 8.2 360 7.7 7.8 -66

Health Care and Social

Assistance

643 13.5 13.1 551 11.7 11.5 +92

Arts and Recreation Services 61 1.3 1.3 44 0.9 1.2 +17

Other Services 148 3.1 3.6 146 3.1 3.5 +2

Inadequately described or

not stated

96 2.0 2.1 90 1.9 2.3 +6

Total employed persons

aged 15+

4,780 100.0 100.0 4,704 100.0 100.0 +76


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Ararat Rural City'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

Ararat Rural City's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupations of employment

Occupation of employment


Occupation Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Managers 982 20.5 15.2 1,053 22.4 16.4 -71

Professionals 603 12.6 16.7 619 13.2 15.5 -16

Technicians and Trades

Workers

597 12.5 15.4 559 11.9 15.3 +38

Community and Personal

Service Workers

661 13.8 10.3 582 12.4 9.1 +79

Clerical and Administrative

Workers

398 8.3 11.7 388 8.2 11.7 +10

Sales Workers 412 8.6 9.7 390 8.3 9.9 +22

Machinery Operators And

Drivers

273 5.7 6.9 233 5.0 7.0 +40

Labourers 737 15.4 12.3 797 16.9 13.3 -60

Inadequately described 117 2.4 2.0 83 1.8 1.8 +34


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Dominant groups

An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Ararat Rural City in 2011 shows the three most popular

occupations were:

Managers (982 people or 20.5%)

Labourers (737 people or 15.4%)

Community and Personal Service Workers (661 people or 13.8%)

In combination these three occupations accounted for 2,380 people in total or 49.8% of the employed resident

population.

In comparison, Regional VIC employed 15.2% in Managers; 12.3% in Labourers; and 10.3% in Community and

Personal Service Workers.

The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of persons employed as Managers (20.5% compared to 15.2%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Community and Personal Service Workers (13.8% compared to

10.3%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (15.4% compared to 12.3%)

A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (12.6% compared to 16.7%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Ararat Rural City increased by 76 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Ararat Rural City were for those

employed as:

Community and Personal Service Workers (+79 persons)

Managers (-71 persons)

Labourers (-60 persons)

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Ararat Rural City's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There are

a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of affordable

and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the distance

travelled to work.

Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness

and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car

Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Method of travel to work


Main method of travel Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Train 11 0.2 1.3 3 0.1 0.7 +8

Bus 4 0.1 0.8 4 0.1 0.7 0

Tram or Ferry 0 0.0 0.0 3 0.1 0.0 -3

Taxi 10 0.2 0.1 24 0.5 0.2 -14

Car - as driver 2,934 62.2 64.8 2,718 58.1 62.3 +216

Car - as passenger 299 6.3 5.4 263 5.6 5.4 +36

Truck 40 0.8 1.0 69 1.5 1.2 -29

Motorbike 29 0.6 0.5 23 0.5 0.6 +6

Bicycle 31 0.7 0.9 50 1.1 1.1 -19

Walked only 302 6.4 4.5 342 7.3 5.3 -40

Other 66 1.4 1.3 56 1.2 1.2 +10

Worked at home 431 9.1 6.4 514 11.0 7.4 -83

Did not go to work 461 9.8 11.5 506 10.8 12.0 -45

Not stated 97 2.1 1.7 102 2.2 1.9 -5


aged 15+

4,715 100.0 100.0 4,677 100.0 100.0 +38


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 15 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Ararat Rural City,

compared with 3,302 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 Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows

that 0.3% used public transport, while 70.0% 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 Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of persons who worked at home (9.1% compared to 6.4%)

A larger percentage of persons who walked only (6.4% compared to 4.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (62.2% compared to 64.8%)

A smaller percentage of persons who did not go to work (9.8% compared to 11.5%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in Ararat Rural City increased by 38 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and

2011 were for those nominated:

Car - as driver (+216 persons)

Worked at home (-83 persons)

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The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the

cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors

impacting on the level of volunteering in Ararat Rural City include the Age Structure of the population, the level of

Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Volunteer work

Voluntary work


Volunteer status Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Volunteer 2,476 26.9 23.4 2,693 29.4 24.3 -217

Not a volunteer 5,647 61.3 68.4 5,405 59.0 66.8 +242

Volunteer work not stated 1,085 11.8 8.1 1,058 11.6 8.9 +27



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Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC

shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who volunteered for an organisation or group.

Overall, 26.9% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 23.4% for Regional VIC.

Emerging groups

The number of volunteers in Ararat Rural City decreased by 217 people between 2006 and 2011.

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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Ararat Rural City can be an important

indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing

proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home

support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by

Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense

of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Unpaid care


Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Provided unpaid assistance 1,115 12.1 12.4 1,048 11.4 11.3 +67

No unpaid assistance

provided

6,971 75.7 79.1 6,980 76.2 79.1 -9

Not stated 1,122 12.2 8.5 1,129 12.3 9.7 -7



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows

that there was a similar proportion of persons who provided unpaid care either to family members or others.

Overall, 12.1% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 12.4% for Regional VIC.

Emerging groups

The number of people who provided unpaid assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age in

Ararat Rural City increased by 67 people between 2006 and 2011.

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Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household

Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of Ararat Rural City. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors

including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications

and type of employment.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Individual Income Quartiles.

Individual income

Weekly individual gross income

Ararat Rural City 2011Weekly income Number % Regional VIC

Negative Income/ Nil income 514 5.6 6.6

$1-$199 656 7.1 8.0

$200-$299 1,135 12.3 12.5

$300-$399 1,253 13.6 12.5

$400-$599 1,398 15.2 14.1

$600-$799 1,178 12.8 11.5

$800-$999 714 7.8 8.1

$1000-$1249 574 6.2 7.1

$1250-$1499 330 3.6 4.3

$1500-$1999 297 3.2 4.4

$2000 or more 176 1.9 3.1

Not stated 983 10.7 7.7

Total persons aged 15+ 9,208 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of individual income levels in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that there was a

lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) as well as a lower

proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week).

Overall, 5.1% of the population earned a high income, and 38.6% earned a low income, compared with 7.5% and

39.6% respectively for Regional VIC.

The major differences between Ararat Rural City's individual incomes and Regional VIC's individual incomes were:

A larger percentage of persons who earned $600-$799 (12.8% compared to 11.5%)



A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (1.9% compared to 3.1%)

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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Ararat Rural City'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 Ararat Rural City. It is

important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large

number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large

capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household

Composition.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Household Income Quartiles.

Household income

Weekly household income

Ararat Rural City 2011Weekly income Number % Regional VIC

Negative Income/Nil Income 64 1.5 1.2

$1-$199 77 1.7 1.8

$200-$299 156 3.5 3.5

$300-$399 415 9.4 8.4

$400-$599 622 14.1 12.3

$600-$799 539 12.2 10.6

$800-$999 431 9.8 9.3

$1000-$1249 373 8.5 8.5

$1250-$1499 321 7.3 7.5

$1500-$1999 385 8.7 10.3

$2000-$2499 277 6.3 6.7

$2500-$2999 161 3.7 4.5

$3000-$3499 73 1.7 2.5

$3500-$3999 19 0.4 0.9

$4000-$4999 10 0.2 0.6

$5000 or more 20 0.5 0.6

Not stated 458 10.4 10.7

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Dominant groups

Analysis of household income levels in Ararat Rural City 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, 6.4% of the households earned a high income, and 30.3% were low income households, compared with 9.2%


The major differences between the household incomes of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of households who earned $400-$599 (14.1% compared to 12.3%)

A larger percentage of households who earned $600-$799 (12.2% compared to 10.6%)

A smaller percentage of households who earned $1500-$1999 (8.7% compared to 10.3%)

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Ararat Rural City'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, Ararat Rural City's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with

Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Households summary

Household types


Households by type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Couples with children 1,076 24.0 26.9 1,154 26.1 28.7 -78

Couples without children 1,375 30.6 27.8 1,387 31.3 27.6 -12

One parent families 437 9.7 10.5 395 8.9 10.4 +42

Other families 31 0.7 0.8 33 0.7 0.9 -2

Group household 117 2.6 2.9 116 2.6 2.8 +1

Lone person 1,296 28.9 26.8 1,230 27.8 25.7 +66

Other not classifiable

household

89 2.0 2.6 63 1.4 2.5 +26

Visitor only households 67 1.5 1.6 47 1.1 1.4 +20

Total households 4,488 100.0 100.0 4,425 100.0 100.0 +63


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the household/family types in Ararat Rural City 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, 24.0%

of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 9.7% were one-parent families, compared with 26.9% and

10.5% respectively for Regional VIC.

There were a higher proportion of lone person households and a higher proportion of couples without children.

Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 28.9% compared to 26.8% in Regional VIC while the

proportion of couples without children was 30.6% compared to 27.8% in Regional VIC.

Emerging groups

The number of households in Ararat Rural City increased by 63 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in family/household types in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011 were:

Couples with children (-78 households)

Lone person (+66 households)

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The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of

relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size

again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or

abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with

extended family members which significantly affects household size.

Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size

remained stable for the nation as a whole.

An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an

increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate

children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young

singles and couples to the area.

For greater insight, Ararat Rural City's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Household size


Number of persons usuallyresident Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

1 person 1,303 30.1 27.9 1,223 28.3 26.7 +80

2 persons 1,661 38.4 36.3 1,656 38.4 36.1 +5

3 persons 544 12.6 13.9 531 12.3 14.0 +13

4 persons 481 11.1 13.1 508 11.8 13.8 -27

5 persons 229 5.3 6.2 281 6.5 6.7 -52

6 or more persons 112 2.6 2.6 116 2.7 2.7 -4

Total classifiable households 4,330 100.0 100.0 4,315 100.0 100.0 +15


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Ararat Rural City compared with Regional VIC

shows that there were a higher proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger households

(those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 30.1% of lone person households, and 19.0% of larger

households, compared with 27.9% and 21.9% respectively for Regional VIC.

The major differences in the household size for Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (30.1% compared to 27.9%)

A larger percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (38.4% 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 3 persons usually resident (12.6% compared to 13.9%)

Emerging groups

The number of households in Ararat Rural City increased by 15 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and

2011 were:

1 person (+80 households)

5 persons (-52 households)

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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Ararat Rural City'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 Ararat Rural City.

Dwelling type

Dwelling structure


Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Separate house 4,832 93.1 87.8 4,750 93.1 87.8 +82

Medium density 304 5.9 10.4 280 5.5 10.3 +24

High density 3 0.1 0.3 0 0.0 0.2 +3

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 32 0.6 1.0 47 0.9 1.1 -15

Other 21 0.4 0.4 25 0.5 0.6 -4

Not stated 0 0.0 0.1 0 0.0 0.0 0

Total Private Dwellings 5,192 100.0 100.0 5,102 100.0 100.0 +90

Dwelling type


Dwelling type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Occupied private dwellings 4,487 86.0 83.3 4,423 86.2 83.8 +64

Unoccupied private

dwellings

709 13.6 16.3 679 13.2 15.8 +30

Non private dwellings 22 0.4 0.4 27 0.5 0.4 -5

Total Dwellings 5,218 100.0 100.0 5,129 100.0 100.0 +89


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 4,832 separate houses in the area, 304 medium density dwellings, and 3 high density dwellings.

Analysis of the types of dwellings in Ararat Rural City in 2011 shows that 93.1% of all dwellings were separate houses;

5.9% were medium density dwellings, and 0.1% were high density dwellings, compared with 87.8%, 10.4%, and 0.3%

in the Regional VIC respectively.

In 2011, a total of 86.0% of the dwellings in Ararat Rural City were occupied on Census night, compared to 83.3% in

Regional VIC. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 13.6%, which is smaller compared to that found in

Regional VIC (16.3%).

Emerging groups

The total number of dwellings in Ararat Rural City increased by 89 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest change in the type of dwellings found in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011 was:

Separate house (+82 dwellings)

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The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type

information, provides insight into the role Ararat Rural City plays in the housing market. For example, an area of high

density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young

couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty

nesters and some families.

In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around

housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Number of bedrooms per dwelling


Number of bedrooms Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

0 or 1 bedrooms 138 3.1 3.9 154 3.5 4.0 -16

2 bedrooms 790 17.6 16.5 730 16.5 16.7 +60

3 bedrooms 2,279 50.8 50.4 2,345 53.0 51.8 -66

4 bedrooms 917 20.4 21.0 867 19.6 19.6 +50

5 bedrooms or more 178 4.0 3.5 175 4.0 3.2 +3

Not stated 185 4.1 4.8 154 3.5 4.6 +31



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that

there was a similar proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, as well as a similar proportion of dwellings with 4 or

more bedrooms.

Overall, 20.7% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 24.4% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with

20.4% and 24.4% for Regional VIC respectively.

The major difference between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC was:

A larger percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (17.6% compared to 16.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011 were:

3 bedrooms (-66 dwellings)

2 bedrooms (+60 dwellings)

4 bedrooms (+50 dwellings)

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A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and

non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as

both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line.

Internet connectivity in Ararat Rural City can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income

and Age Structure.

Internet connection

Type of internet connection


Connection type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Total internet connection 2,881 64.2 68.4 2,167 49.0 51.8 +714

Broadband connection 2,516 56.1 60.9 867 19.6 27.4 +1,649

Dial-up connection 187 4.2 3.6 1,284 29.0 23.8 -1,097

Other connection 178 4.0 3.9 16 0.4 0.6 +162

No internet connection 1,360 30.3 25.3 2,044 46.2 42.4 -684

Not stated 246 5.5 6.4 214 4.8 5.8 +32



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Ararat Rural City 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 34.5% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 56.1% 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 714.

The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Ararat Rural City, between 2006 and 2011 were:

Broadband connection (+1,649 households)

Dial-up connection (-1,097 households)

Total internet connection (+714 households)

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The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The

number of motor vehicles per household in Ararat Rural City quantifies access to private transport and will be

influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public

Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these

factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic

measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Number of cars per household

Car ownership


Number of cars Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

No motor vehicles 349 7.8 6.4 359 8.1 7.1 -10

1 motor vehicle 1,468 32.7 33.0 1,451 32.8 33.0 +17

2 motor vehicles 1,581 35.2 36.1 1,553 35.1 36.3 +28

3 or more motor vehicles 844 18.8 18.4 824 18.6 17.4 +20

Not stated 245 5.5 6.1 238 5.4 6.2 +7



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Ararat Rural City in 2011 compared to Regional VIC shows that

86.8% of the households owned at least one car, while 7.8% 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 similar proportion who owned three cars or more.

Overall, 32.7% of the households owned one car; 35.2% owned two cars; and 18.8% owned three cars or more,

compared with 33.0%; 36.1% and 18.4% respectively for Regional VIC.

Emerging groups


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Ararat Rural City'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 Ararat Rural City, Tenure data is useful for analysing

housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Housing tenure


Tenure type Number % Regional VIC Number % Regional VIC 2006 to 2011

Fully owned 1,986 44.2 37.3 2,100 47.5 39.1 -114

Mortgage 1,258 28.0 32.1 1,208 27.3 31.8 +50

Renting 982 21.9 24.1 872 19.7 22.7 +110

Renting - Social housing 165 3.7 4.0 184 4.2 4.2 -19

Renting - Private 768 17.1 19.3 625 14.1 17.5 +143

Renting - Not stated 49 1.1 0.8 63 1.4 1.0 -14

Other tenure type 39 0.9 0.8 40 0.9 0.8 -1

Not stated 224 5.0 5.6 204 4.6 5.6 +20



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of Ararat Rural City 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, 44.2% of the population owned their dwelling; 28.0% were purchasing, and 21.9% 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 Ararat Rural City between 2006 and 2011

were:

Renting - Private (+143 persons)

Fully owned (-114 persons)

Mortgage (+50 persons)

The total number of households in Ararat Rural City increased by 65 between 2006 and 2011.

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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Ararat Rural City, length of occupancy and the level of

equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress

households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher

proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely

to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere.

Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage

payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Housing loan repayments

Monthly housing loan repayments

Ararat Rural City 2011Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional VIC

Nil repayments 31 2.5 2.6

$1-$149 6 0.5 0.8

$150-$299 24 1.9 1.8

$300-$449 88 7.0 4.0

$450-$599 74 5.9 3.9

$600-$799 141 11.2 7.4

$800-$999 193 15.3 9.5

$1000-$1199 157 12.5 10.5

$1200-$1399 147 11.7 11.3

$1400-$1599 80 6.4 8.9

$1600-$1799 67 5.3 8.8

$1800-$1999 39 3.1 5.4

$2000-$2199 51 4.1 6.9

$2200-$2399 13 1.0 2.6

$2400-$2599 6 0.5 1.6

$2600-$2999 23 1.8 3.4

$3000-$3999 24 1.9 3.3

$4000-$4999 7 0.6 1.1

$5000 and over 8 0.6 0.9

Not stated 79 6.3 5.6

Total households with a mortgage 1,258 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Ararat Rural City 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, 4.9% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 44.3% were paying low repayments,

compared with 8.7% and 29.9% respectively in Regional VIC.

The major differences between the household loan repayments of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of $800-$999 (15.3% compared to 9.5%)




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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Ararat Rural City than mortgage repayments

because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling.

High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage,

or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income

households move by necessity for a lower cost of living.

Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over

time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Housing rental payments

Weekly housing rental payments

Ararat Rural City 2011Weekly rental amount Number % Regional VIC

Nil 81 8.3 5.8

$1 - $74 44 4.5 3.3

$75 - $99 73 7.5 5.9

$100 - $124 92 9.4 7.0

$125 - $149 102 10.4 7.5

$150 - $174 189 19.3 11.6

$175 - $199 102 10.4 9.6

$200 - $224 83 8.5 11.5

$225 - $249 31 3.2 7.1

$250 - $274 49 5.0 8.7

$275 - $299 15 1.5 4.4

$300 - $324 24 2.5 4.7

$325 - $349 9 0.9 1.8

$350 - $374 6 0.6 2.1

$375 - $399 3 0.3 0.9

$400 - $424 3 0.3 1.0

$425 - $449 3 0.3 0.3

$450 - $549 5 0.5 1.0

$550 - $649 3 0.3 0.3

$650 - $749 0 0.0 0.1

$750 - $849 0 0.0 0.1

$850 - $949 0 0.0 0.1

$950+ 4 0.4 0.6

Rent Not stated 58 5.9 4.4

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Ararat Rural City 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 40.0% were paying low payments, compared with

3.5% and 29.5% respectively in Regional VIC.

The major differences between the housing rental payments of Ararat Rural City and Regional VIC were:

A larger percentage of $150 - $174 (19.3% compared to 11.6%)


A larger percentage of Nil (8.3% compared to 5.8%)


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Ararat Rural City SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic disadvantage

based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level

of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of

disadvantage.

The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment,

high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged

communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between

areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced.

A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher

level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

SEIFA - disadvantage

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Victoria

Local Government Area 2011 index

Nillumbik (S) 1,098.3

Boroondara (C) 1,097.6

Bayside (C) 1,091.1

Stonnington (C) 1,083.7

Manningham (C) 1,071.4

Glen Eira (C) 1,069.4

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

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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

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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

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Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census

collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to

inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public.

Ararat Rural City Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the Rural 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 Ararat Rural City 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,

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