3177, VIC

The area is noticeably younger than the state and national average, with 19.6% of residents being children under 15. Seniors make up a much smaller share of the community than in most other areas, at just 13.7%.

A huge majority of the community has international roots, with 54.7% born overseas—a figure far above the national average. This trend has grown since 2011, with English, Australian, and Indian being the most common ancestries.

Language diversity is very high, as 57.8% of people use a language other than English at home. Consequently, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is far above the national figure.

Religious affiliation is common here; only 19.1% of residents report no religion, which is far below the national figure. Christianity and Islam are the most prominent faiths.

The community has seen a rise in qualifications since 2011, though 49.3% of adults completing Year 12 is still well below the national average. Those with degrees are far fewer than the state average.

Weekly incomes are much lower than in most areas, with typical personal income at $584. Only 2.7% of people earn $2,000 or more per week, which is well below the national figure.

People needing help with daily activities are much more common here than in most areas. However, the rate of long-term health conditions is well below the national figure.

Participation in unpaid work is low; volunteers make up only 6.5% of the population, which is well below the national figure. Unpaid housework and childcare rates are also lower than most areas.

Homes here are often crowded, with 2.7 people per home and a high number of one-parent families. These family sizes help explain why the area has a higher proportion of children than most other regions.

Renting is very common, with 41.5% of households renting—far above the national average. While separate houses are the most common type, the share of homes owned outright is much lower than in most areas.

Public transport use is higher than in most areas, and nearly 10% of homes have no motor vehicle. Conversely, very few people work from home compared to the national figure.

The community is quite mobile, with 42.3% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a much larger share than in most areas.

Unemployment is among the highest at this level at 9.5%, well above the national figure. Many residents work in construction, manufacturing, and healthcare.

The area is ranked among the most disadvantaged in the country, scoring very low for access to money, resources, and job skills.

The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Almost all residents can reach groceries and schools on foot within 15 minutes.