2137, NSW

The community is slightly older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 41. Seniors make up 18.9% of the population, a figure that has risen by 4.8 percentage points since 2011.

International heritage is common here, as 37.7% of residents were born overseas, which is well above the national figure. English, Australian, Italian, and Chinese are the most common ancestries.

Language diversity is very high, with 38.8% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national average, and 6.1% of residents speak little or no English.

Christianity remains the most common religion at 58.9%. While 27.3% of people report no religion, this is far below the national figure, though the number has risen by 11 percentage points since 2011.

The area is exceptionally well-qualified; 38.3% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, and 72.2% completed Year 12. These figures are far above the national averages.

Wealth is a defining feature, with typical weekly family incomes reaching $2,784, which is well above the national figure. About 37.8% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with long-term health conditions affecting 23.5% of people, which is well below the national figure. Mental health conditions are also much lower than in most areas.

Volunteering has fallen to 12.3% since 2011. About 12% of the community provides unpaid care, which is about the same as the state and national figures.

Families with children are common, with 59.5% of households consisting of couples with children. The typical home holds 2.6 people.

Housing is expensive, with typical weekly rents at $560 and monthly mortgage payments at $3,000. Flats and apartments make up 45.3% of homes, while detached houses have fallen to 43.6%.

Working from home is very common at 43.8%, a massive increase from 4.2% in 2011. Most people live just a one-minute walk from public transport.

The population is relatively mobile, with 39% of residents moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 11.1% of the community.

The workforce is highly professional, with 62.3% of adults working or looking for work. Common industries include health care, professional services, and education.

This area ranks among the most advantaged in the nation, receiving a top score of 10 for overall advantage, driven by high job skills and strong access to resources.

The area is very walkable, with 94.5% of homes within a 15-minute walk of essential amenities. Almost every home is within a short stroll of a park, school, or grocery store.