2090, NSW

The population is slightly older than the national figure, with the typical resident aged 41 and seniors making up 19.1% of the community. It is a place where de facto relationships are much more common than in most other areas, while the proportion of children is well below the state and national averages.

International roots are strong here, as 37.6% of people were born overseas, a figure that has risen since 2011. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries, and the area has a significantly higher share of overseas-born residents than the rest of Australia.

About 20.6% of people use a language other than English at home, though this is still well below the New South Wales average. The use of another language has risen since 2011, and Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.

A large shift away from organised religion has occurred, with 45.4% of residents now reporting no religion, up 19 points since 2011. This is far above the state figure, though Christianity remains common at 42.7%.

This is an exceptionally well-qualified community where 56.6% of adults have a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the national average. The high level of education is reflected in the school results, with 85.3% of residents having completed Year 12.

Earnings are among the highest in the country, with the typical weekly family income reaching $3,815. This is far above the national figure, and 35.3% of people earn $2,000 or more each week.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions and mental health issues than most areas. Only 2.4% of people need help with daily activities, which is well below the national average.

Volunteering is more common here than across the state, with 17.9% of people contributing their time. However, residents are less likely to provide unpaid care for children or perform heavy housework compared to most other areas.

Small households are the norm, with a high 37.0% of people living alone and only 2.1 people per home. This is much lower than the national average and is consistent with the high number of apartments in the area.

Apartments dominate the landscape, making up 72.9% of homes, while separate houses are very rare. Renting is far more common here than elsewhere in Australia, and typical weekly rents are $600, well above the national figure.

Working from home is incredibly common, with 59.0% of the workforce doing so—a massive increase since 2011. The area is very well connected, with a short 8-minute drive to the city and 13.1% of homes having no car.

The community is very mobile, with 49.9% of residents having moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a much larger share of the population than in most other areas.

Employment is strong, with 68.9% of adults working or looking for work and a low unemployment rate of 3.5%. Professional and technical roles are the most common, which aligns with the area's high level of university qualifications.

This area is among the most advantaged in the country, scoring a perfect 10 for overall advantage and job skills. This reflects the combination of high professional employment and exceptional educational attainment.

The area is a walker's paradise, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Most residents can easily walk to groceries and health services, far exceeding the state average for accessibility.