2104, NSW

The area is far older than the national average, with seniors making up 40.6% of the population. In contrast, children under 15 are well below the national figure at 12.1%, a number that has fallen since 2011.

About 28.3% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 48.3%.

English is the main language for 88.5% of residents. While 7.2% use another language at home, which is higher than most similar areas, this is still far below the New South Wales average.

Religious affiliation has shifted, with those reporting no religion rising 18 points since 2011 to reach 39.1%. This is about the same as the national figure.

The community is well qualified, with 30.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average, and those who completed Year 12 are also much more common here than in most areas.

Incomes are very high, with 34.4% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $3,050 is well above the national figure.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 33.6% of people. This is consistent with the older population, as 7.9% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is more common here than in the rest of the state, with 17.4% of people participating. However, the proportion of people caring for children unpaid is well below the national average.

People living alone are much more common here than in most areas, making up 34.5% of households. This contributes to a lower average number of people per home, at 2.3.

Home ownership is very strong, with 47.7% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure. However, rent and mortgage payments are among the highest for this level, with typical weekly rent reaching $850.

Working from home is very common, with 45.1% of the workforce doing so—far above the national average. Most people who do commute use a car, and only 1.1% use public transport.

The population is relatively stable, as fewer people have moved in the last five years compared to most areas. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far below the national average.

The workforce is smaller than in most similar areas, with only 45% of adults working or looking for work. Professional and managerial roles are the most common occupations.

This area is among the most advantaged at its level, scoring the maximum 10 for access to money, resources, education, and job skills.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.4. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and schools, and the terrain is steeper than the state average.