2601, ACT

The area is exceptionally young, with children under 15 and seniors both far below the national figure. This youthfulness is reflected in the social structure, as nearly a quarter of residents are in de facto relationships, a rate far above the Australian average.

International influence is strong here, with 37.6% of people born overseas, which is well above the national figure. English, Australian, and Chinese are the most common ancestries.

A high number of residents use a language other than English at home, at 31.3%, which is well above the national average. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.

The community is far more secular than the rest of the country, with 55.5% of people reporting no religion. This figure has risen by 15 points since 2011.

Residents are very well qualified, with 37.6% holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. Most adults have completed Year 12, and many hold postgraduate degrees in society, culture, or management.

Typical family and household incomes are well above the national figure, though personal income is much lower than usual. This gap is consistent with a population of students and young professionals who may share high-earning households.

Residents are generally healthy, with long-term health conditions and needs for daily help being among the lowest in the region. However, the rate of mental health conditions is a little above the national figure.

Unpaid care for children and housework is far below the national average, likely because so few children live here. Despite this, volunteering is much higher than in most other areas at 27.4%.

Small households are the norm, with 44.4% of people living alone and an average of just 1.7 people per home. Most families are couples without children.

The area consists almost entirely of flats and apartments, with 61.7% of households renting, which is far above the national figure. Rents are also high, with a typical weekly cost of $550.

Public transport use is well above the national average, and 23.6% of homes have no motor vehicle. This is supported by a high number of transport stops and a very short 6-minute drive to the city.

The population is highly transient, with 78.4% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a far higher share of the population than the national average.

While more adults are working or looking for work than in most areas, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. Many residents work in public administration, food services, or education.

The area scores at the very top for education and job skills, contributing to an overall advantage score that is among the largest at this level.

Described as a walker's paradise, the area has a walkability score of 9.3. Nearly all homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and public transport.