3207, VIC

The population has grown by 21% since 2011 and is noticeably older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 42. There are fewer children here than in most areas, though people in de facto relationships are much more common than the state average.

People born overseas make up 30% of the community, which is about the same as the Victorian average. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, followed by Irish and Scottish heritage.

About 20.5% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than most similar areas. While English remains dominant, Greek and Mandarin are the most common other languages spoken.

A large proportion of the community reports having no religion, at 45%. This is well above the national figure and has risen by 16 points since 2011.

This is a highly qualified area, with 43.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. This high level of education is reflected in the fact that 73.3% of residents completed Year 12.

Earnings are among the highest at this level, with the typical family bringing in $3,264 a week. About 39% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a figure that has risen 17 points since 2011.

Residents are generally healthier than in most areas, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions than the state average. Only 4.1% of people need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is lower than in most similar areas, and fewer people perform unpaid housework or childcare compared to the national average.

Living arrangements are distinctive, with 37.4% of people living alone, far above the state figure. Because of this, homes are smaller, with a typical size of 2.1 people.

The area is dominated by flats and townhouses, with separate houses making up only 6%. Rents and mortgage payments are both well above the national average, with the typical weekly rent at $540.

Working from home is very common, with 45.7% of the workforce doing so. While 12% of homes have no car, the area is well served by public transport and is only an 8-minute drive from the city.

The community is quite mobile, with 48% of people having moved house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 14.4% of the population.

Employment rates are high, with 69% of the population working full-time. Most residents work as professionals or managers, particularly in technical, professional, and health roles.

This area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country, scoring a perfect 10 for education and job skills.

Described as a walker's paradise, nearly all homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach groceries, health services, and schools within a 15-minute walk.