3220, VIC

The typical resident is 40 years old, and the population is a little older than the state and national figures. While children under 15 make up 16.1% of the community, the number of seniors has risen to 18.5% since 2011.

People born overseas make up 17.3% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas but far below the Victorian average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish and Scottish.

About 11.4% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure that has risen slightly since 2011. However, this is still far below the national average of 22.3%.

A large number of people report having no religion, rising 18 points since 2011 to reach 43.1%. This is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

This is a highly educated community where 39% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. High school completion is also much higher than most areas, with 68.7% of residents finishing Year 12.

Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with typical weekly family earnings reaching $2,649. Nearly 29% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, a significant increase since 2011.

Residents are generally healthier than those in similar areas, with a lower rate of people needing help with daily activities (4.5%). Long-term health conditions are about the same as the state average.

Participation in unpaid care is much higher than most areas, with 14.5% of people providing such support. This is alongside a strong volunteering rate of 18.5%, which is well above the national figure.

Living arrangements are distinctive, as 32.6% of people live alone—well above the national average. Family sizes are slightly smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per home.

Renting is much more common here than in most similar areas, with 35% of households renting. Homes with three or more bedrooms are far less common than the state average, and typical monthly mortgage payments are $2,100.

Public transport infrastructure is extensive, with a very high number of stops and departures compared to the state average. Despite this, 23.9% of people now work from home, a huge increase since 2011.

The area is quite mobile, with 44.3% of residents moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a significant 20.7% of the population.

A high proportion of the workforce are professionals (32.8%) or managers (15.6%), with many working in health or education. Those working or looking for work make up 65.4% of adults.

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

The area is a walker's paradise with a score of 8.6, far above the Victorian average. Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and health service.