3188, VIC

The population grew 10% since 2011 to 18,587 people. While children under 15 make up 17.5% of the community, the typical resident is 43, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38.

People born overseas make up 27.9% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, Irish and Scottish are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the main language for 80.2% of residents. While 16.1% use another language at home—a figure much higher than most similar areas—this is still well below the Victorian average of 27.6%.

A large number of people report no religion at 47.1%, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. This has risen sharply by 19 percentage points since 2011.

The community is highly qualified, with 43.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national average of 26.3%, and 76% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are among the highest in the country, with 40.3% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $3,366 is well above the national figure of $2,120.

Health outcomes are generally positive, as fewer people need help with daily activities (4.7%) compared to most other areas. Those with a long-term health condition make up 26.5% of the population.

Volunteering is common here at 17.0%, which is well above the Victorian average. About 14.1% of people provide unpaid care, a figure higher than most similar areas.

Families with children are common, making up 65.2% of households. There are typically 2.5 people per home, which is about the same as the national figure.

Housing is expensive, with typical weekly rents at $471 and typical monthly mortgage payments of $3,000. Both figures are among the highest at this level. Detached houses are less common here than in the rest of the state.

Working from home is very common, with 43.6% of residents doing so—far above the national figure of 21%. While 6.8% of homes have no car, public transport use for commuting has fallen since 2011.

The area is relatively mobile, with 36.7% of people moving in the last five years. However, the number of recent arrivals from overseas has fallen since 2011.

The workforce is largely professional, with 33.6% in professional roles and 23.6% as managers. Most of the 64.4% of adults who are working or looking for work are employed full-time.

This area is among the most advantaged in the country, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage, education, and access to resources.

The area is a walker's paradise, with a walkability score of 8.2. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of a school, a park, and public transport.