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2108, NSW
3 km²
Seniors make up a huge part of the population in postcode 2108, where the typical resident is 58 years old. This is a wealthy, highly educated community of about 1,740 people, though the total population has shrunk by about 8% since 2011. Many residents have retired or work from home in professional roles, living in large, detached houses. It is a quiet, established area with a high proportion of older adults and very few children.
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The area is far older than the national average, with 38.2% of people aged 65 and over. In contrast, children under 15 make up only 10% of the population, a figure that has fallen since 2011.
About 21.1% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas, though still well below the New South Wales average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
English is the main language used at home for nearly 90% of residents. Only 5.3% use another language, which is far below the national figure.
People with no religion make up 41.2% of the community, a figure that rose 11 points since 2011. This is well above the state average.
This is a highly qualified community where 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. Schooling levels are also very high, with 74.1% having completed Year 12.
Incomes are among the highest in the country; the typical family earns $3,261 a week. Since 2011, the number of households earning $3,000 or more per week has jumped by 25 points.
Mental health conditions are reported by only 4.8% of people, which is among the lowest rates for its level. People needing help with daily activities are also much less common here than in most areas.
Volunteer rates are high at 21.8%, well above the national figure. Many residents perform unpaid housework, while far fewer care for children compared to other areas.
Homes are generally smaller in size, with a typical 2.3 people per household. About 45% of families are couples without children, consistent with the older age of the population.
The housing stock is dominated by large detached homes, and 56% are owned outright. Rent is very high, with a typical weekly cost of $850.
Working from home is very common here, with 45.2% of the workforce doing so. While public transport stops are numerous, no one uses them for their daily commute.
The area has seen a fair amount of movement, with 39.4% of people moving in the last five years. However, recent arrivals from overseas have fallen since 2011.
Professional and managerial roles make up the bulk of the workforce. About 51.7% of adults are working or looking for work, which is much lower than the national average.
The area scores a maximum of 10 for overall advantage, including access to money, resources, and job skills.
The neighbourhood is mostly car-dependent due to steep terrain and a lack of nearby shops or health services. Almost all homes are within a short walk of a park, but no one is within walking distance of a school.
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