2131, NSW

The community is notably young, with a typical age of 36 and far fewer children than most other areas. It has grown slightly to 23,012 people, and a high number of adults are in de facto relationships.

Born overseas, 50.8% of residents come from other countries, a figure far above the national average. The most common ancestries are Chinese, English, and Australian.

Language diversity is very high, with 49.4% of people using a language other than English at home. About 10% speak little or no English, which is well above the state and national figures.

A growing number of people report no religion, now accounting for 40.4% of the population. This is a little above the national figure and has risen by 14 points since 2011.

This is a highly qualified area, with 44.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far above the national average at 76%.

Typical incomes are higher than the national figure, with the typical personal weekly income reaching $890. Since 2011, the number of households earning over $3,000 a week has risen by 14 points.

While 25% of people have a long-term health condition—which is a little below the national figure—about 6.9% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care and volunteering are much lower here than in most other areas, with only 11.2% of people volunteering.

Living arrangements are distinct, as 32.1% of people live alone, which is well above the national figure. Homes are generally smaller, averaging 2.3 people per dwelling.

Renting is very common, with 50.5% of households renting—far above the national figure. Most people live in flats or apartments, and typical weekly rents are much higher than average at $440.

The area is a hub for flexible work, with 41.9% of people working from home. Public transport use is well above the national average, and 23% of homes have no motor vehicle.

This is a highly mobile population, as 51.1% of residents moved house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 20.8% of the community.

A high proportion of residents are working or looking for work, and professionals make up 36.1% of the workforce. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is a little above the national figure.

The area is ranked as having very high overall advantage, largely driven by a level of education and job skills that is higher than 90% of other areas.

Described as a walker's paradise, the area has a walkability score of 8.9. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of public transport, parks, and shops.