3067, VIC

The area is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with a very low proportion of children and seniors. De facto relationships are far more common here than elsewhere, with 25.4% of residents in such partnerships.

Birthplaces are diverse, with 34.0% of people born overseas, which is well above the national figure. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Irish.

About 23.4% of residents use a language other than English at home, though this is actually well below the Victorian average. This diversity is reflected in the use of Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Greek.

A vast majority of the community—60.7%—report having no religion, a figure far above the national average that has risen 22 points since 2011.

The community is exceptionally well qualified, with 57.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national figure and is consistent with 82.2% of residents completing Year 12.

Earnings are very high, with the typical personal weekly income at $1,354, far above the national figure. Nearly a quarter of residents earn $2,000 or more a week.

While few people need help with daily activities, 12.4% of residents report a mental health condition, which is well above the national average.

Unpaid care for children and housework is far less common here than in most other areas. This is likely due to the very low number of children living in the community.

The area is dominated by small households, with 40.8% of people living alone. This is far above the national figure, and the typical home holds only 1.9 people.

Housing is primarily made up of flats or apartments, with 55.3% of households renting. This is far above the national average, and very few people own their homes outright.

The area is highly connected; 45.7% of people work from home, and 21.3% of households have no motor vehicle, far above the state average.

The population is highly mobile, with 62.9% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 23.4% of the community.

Job activity is very high, with 77.5% of adults working or looking for work. Professional and technical roles are the most common, which helps explain the high income levels.

The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country, achieving a perfect score for education and job skills.

This is a walker's paradise with a score of 9.3. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, and public transport.