2022, NSW

The community is noticeably younger than the state average, with a typical resident aged 36. It is a dynamic area where 19.3% of people are in a de facto relationship, a figure well above the national average.

Birthplaces are diverse, with 46% of people born overseas, which is far above the national figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, though Chinese and Irish heritage are also represented.

Language diversity is high, with 25.6% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is well above the Australian average, although most people still speak English fluently.

A large portion of the community has no religion, at 41.7%, which is well above the New South Wales average. This figure has risen by 18 points since 2011.

This is an exceptionally well-qualified area; over half of all adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national average and is consistent with the high number of professionals living here.

Earnings are very high, with the typical personal weekly income at $1,342, far above the national figure. Nearly 30% of people earn $2,000 or more each week.

Residents report good health, with only 20.5% having a long-term health condition. This is well below the national average, and the rate of mental health conditions is also much lower than most areas.

Unpaid care and housework are less common here than in most areas. For example, only 15.9% of people spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework, well below the state average.

Homes are typically small, with just 2.2 people per household. There is a high proportion of people living alone, at 32%, which is well above the national figure.

Rental properties are very common, with 48.5% of households renting, far above the national average. The area is dominated by flats and apartments, and typical weekly rents are $660, well above the state figure.

Many residents avoid owning cars, as 25.4% of homes have no vehicle. Working from home is very common, with 53.1% of the workforce doing so, far above the national average.

The population is highly mobile, with 52.6% of people moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals are also very common, making up 27.6% of the community.

Job prospects are strong, with 66% of adults working or looking for work. Most employees are professionals or managers, and full-time employment is well above the national average.

The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the nation, particularly regarding education and job skills. It holds a top ranking for overall advantage compared to all other areas.

The community is very safe, with only 7 recorded offences per 100,000 people, which is much lower than most areas.

This is a walker's paradise with a score of 9.5. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of public transport, groceries, health services, and schools.