Bayside

The typical resident is 45, which is noticeably older than the state and national average of 38. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.2% of the population, a figure that has risen since 2011.

Over a quarter of the population was born overseas, which is much higher than most similar areas. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, followed by Irish and Scottish heritage.

While 15.4% of people use a language other than English at home, this is far below the Victorian average. Most residents speak only English, and very few report speaking little or no English.

The area has seen a significant shift toward secularism, with those reporting no religion rising 18 points since 2011 to reach 44.5%. This is well above the national figure.

Bayside is among the most educated areas in Australia, with 76.8% of residents completing Year 12. This is far above the national average, and the local school advantage score is among the highest at this level.

Incomes are very high here, with 41.4% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. The typical weekly family income of $3,361 is also among the highest for its level.

Residents generally report better health than those in most other areas. The proportion of people needing help with daily activities is lower than the state and national averages.

Unpaid care is common, with 14.5% of people providing such support, which is among the highest for its level. Volunteer rates are also well above the national figure.

The First Nations community in Bayside is small, but its members have higher typical personal incomes and Year 12 completion rates than the state and national averages.

Family homes are common, with 64.2% of households consisting of couples with children. The proportion of one-parent families is much lower than in most other areas.

Housing is expensive and highly secure, with 41.3% of homes owned outright. Weekly rents and monthly mortgage payments are both among the highest at this level.

Working from home is very common, with 43% of the workforce doing so, which is far above the national figure. The area is highly accessible, with a short 18-minute typical drive time to the city.

About 37.4% of residents moved house in the last five years, which is higher than most similar areas. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 11.5% of the population.

The local workforce is largely made up of professionals and managers, with 33.6% in professional roles. The unemployment rate of 3.9% is a little below the national figure.

Bayside is a top-tier area for wealth and skills, scoring a maximum of 10 for overall advantage. It also has a high number of businesses and a high rate of new dwelling approvals.

The area experiences a mild climate with average maximum temperatures that are much lower than most similar areas. Annual rainfall is slightly above the Victorian average.

Overall crime rates are much lower than most areas, particularly for drug offences and sexual offences. However, theft and burglary rates remain higher than in other similar places.

Described as a walker's paradise, nearly every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and health services. This far exceeds the state average for accessibility.