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Stonnington
26 km²
A staggering 53.1% of adults in Stonnington hold a bachelor degree or higher, marking it as one of the most qualified areas in the country. This high level of education is mirrored in the community's wealth, with typical incomes far above the national figure. It is a dynamic urban hub where over half the population has moved recently, often living in apartments and working from home. The area is defined by a professional workforce and a high proportion of single-person households.
Stonnington's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
A fast-growing area where schools haven't kept pace per child.
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The typical resident is 37, making the area a little younger than the national average. While the population grew 12% since 2011, there are far fewer children under 15 than in most other Victorian areas.
This is a diverse community where 31.5% of people were born overseas, a figure well above the national average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
About 22.2% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas, though this remains well below the state average.
A large number of people report having no religion, accounting for 45.0% of the population. This is well above the national figure and has risen significantly since 2011.
Education levels are among the highest in the country, with 82.1% of adults completing Year 12 and a high concentration of qualifications in management, commerce and society.
Household incomes are very high, with 35.1% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $3,299 is well above the national figure.
Residents are generally healthier than those in most other areas, with fewer people needing help with daily activities and a lower rate of long-term health conditions.
Unpaid care and housework are much less common here than in most areas. However, 15.9% of people volunteer, which is a little above the national average.
The First Nations community is small, but typical personal incomes and Year 12 completion rates are far above those seen across Victoria and Australia.
Living alone is very common, with 39.2% of people in single-person households. Consequently, homes are smaller, with only 2.1 people per home on average.
Apartments are the dominant housing type, making up 53.1% of dwellings. Renting is very common at 44.9%, and typical weekly rents are among the highest in the region.
Working from home is a major trend, with 44.0% of the workforce doing so. This is far above the national figure, and 16.7% of homes do not own a car.
The population is highly mobile, with 50.0% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 21.5% of the community.
The workforce is highly employed and professional, with 65.4% working full-time. Many residents work in professional, technical or health care roles.
Stonnington ranks at the very top for overall advantage and job skills. It is a major economic hub with nearly 20,000 businesses.
The area receives more rain than the state average and experiences slightly cooler maximum temperatures than most other areas.
The area has a high rate of theft and burglary compared to other areas. However, rates of sexual offences are much lower than average.
Described as a walker's paradise, nearly every home is within a 15-minute walk of public transport, parks, schools and groceries.