2015, NSW

The area is noticeably younger than the national figure, with children and seniors both well below the state average. It is a place where non-traditional partnerships are common; 27.2% of residents are in de facto relationships, which is far above the Australian average.

International influence is strong here, as 35.5% of people were born overseas, a figure well above the national average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

About 22.1% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is about the same as the national figure. Mandarin and Cantonese are the most common non-English languages.

A striking 57.3% of people report having no religion, which is far above the national average and has risen by 20 points since 2011.

The community is exceptionally well-qualified, with 56% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher—far above the New South Wales average. This high level of education is reflected in the most common fields of study being management, commerce, and society.

Household incomes are among the highest in the country, with a typical weekly family income of $3,514. About 43% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure that has risen 22 points since 2011.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with far fewer people needing help with daily activities compared to the state average. However, mental health conditions are more common here than in most other areas.

Participation in unpaid care and housework is much lower than in most areas. Only 13.1% of residents volunteer, which is a little below the national figure.

Small households are the norm, with 34.1% of people living alone and a typical home containing just 2.1 people. Couples without children make up the largest family group at 47.4%.

The housing market is dominated by renters (52.9%) and apartments, with very few detached houses. Both weekly rents and mortgage payments are well above the national average.

The area is a hub for remote work, with 57% of people working from home—far above the national figure. While 22.3% of homes have no car, public transport access is excellent with 66 stops in the area.

This is a highly mobile community where 61.6% of people have moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a significant 18.5% of the population.

Professional roles are dominant, and the rate of adults working or looking for work (80.5%) is far above the national average. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is lower than most areas.

The area is ranked at the very top for overall advantage and job skills, though its score for access to money and resources is lower than in 60% of similar areas.

Public safety is high, with recorded offences per 100,000 people being lower than in most areas.

Described as a walker's paradise, every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and public transport.