2904, ACT

The population is noticeably older than the territory average, with the typical resident being 41 and seniors making up 20.3% of the community. While children under 15 account for 19.2% of residents, there has been a rise in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population to 2.4%.

English and Australian ancestries are most common, making up about 73% of the population combined. While 22.7% of residents were born overseas, this is well below the figures for both the ACT and the rest of Australia.

About 16.1% of people use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. However, this remains well below the territory-wide figure, and only 1.4% of residents speak little or no English.

Christianity is the most common faith at 49.3%, though the number of people reporting no religion has risen by 16 percentage points since 2011 to reach 39.9%.

The community is highly qualified, with 34.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average, and 71.2% of residents have completed Year 12.

Household wealth is very high, with 40.3% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. Typical personal weekly incomes are $1,209, which is well above the national figure of $805.

Residents experience more health challenges than most areas, with 33.3% reporting a long-term health condition. Those needing help with daily activities have also risen to 6.1% since 2011.

Unpaid care is a significant part of local life, with 32.5% of people caring for children and 14.5% providing other unpaid care. About 6.7% of the population served in the Defence Force, among the highest rates for this level.

Families are larger here, with 2.7 people per home and a very low 19.6% of people living alone. Couples with children make up the majority of households at 61.5%.

The area is dominated by large separate houses, with 92.5% of homes being detached and 92.9% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is uncommon at 14.5%, far below the territory average.

Most people drive to work, and 45.1% of homes have two vehicles. While public transport stops are more frequent here than in most areas, only 2.3% of residents use them to commute.

The community is relatively stable, as the 31.2% of people who moved in the last five years is far below the territory average of 46.1%.

Employment is strong, with 64.6% of people working full-time. Nearly a third of the workforce is employed in public administration and safety, reflecting the area's professional makeup.

This is one of the most advantaged areas in the country, scoring a 9 out of 10 for overall advantage and a perfect 10 for access to money and resources.

While every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, the area is less walkable for essentials. Only 39.8% of residents can walk to groceries within 15 minutes, far below the territory average of 80%.