3127, VIC

The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figure of 38. While children under 15 make up 16.0% of the population, the proportion of seniors has risen to 19.1% since 2011.

Overseas birthplaces are common here, with 28.2% of people born outside Australia, a figure that has risen since 2011. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Chinese.

Language diversity is high, as 22.2% of people use a language other than English at home, including Mandarin and Cantonese. This is much higher than most similar areas, though still well below the Victorian average.

A large number of residents report having no religion, at 47.4%, which is well above the national figure. This represents a significant increase from 29.5% in 2011.

Education levels are among the highest in the country, with 52.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This far exceeds the national figure of 26.3% and is consistent with the area's high professional employment.

Household wealth is very high, with 40.3% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $3,241 is well above both the state and national figures.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health issues compared to the state average.

Community spirit is strong, with 21.3% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%. Unpaid care for children is also more common here than in most areas.

Families with children are common, making up 65.1% of households, while one-parent families are much less common than in most areas.

Housing is expensive, with typical weekly rents and monthly mortgage payments well above the state average. Separate houses are less common here than in most areas, and 41.2% of homes are owned outright.

Working from home is very common, with 43.9% of the workforce doing so, a far higher rate than the national average. Public transport is highly accessible, with a typical 3-minute walk to the nearest stop.

Movement is steady, with 35.6% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 12.9% of the population, although this is lower than it was in 2011.

The workforce is highly skilled, with professionals and managers making up over 60% of occupations. People are more likely to be working or looking for work here than in most similar areas.

This is one of the most advantaged areas in the country, ranking in the top 10% for access to money, resources, and job skills.

The area is a walker's paradise, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, and groceries. Nearly all residents are also within a short walk of public transport.