6018, WA

The population is among the largest at this level, with 42,250 residents. While the typical age of 39 is slightly older than the national figure, there is a notable presence of children under 15, at 18.3%.

This is a diverse area where 31.8% of people were born overseas, a figure well above the national average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

About 17.4% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. However, the percentage of people who speak little or no English is low at 1.8%.

The number of people reporting no religion has risen significantly by 19 points since 2011, now reaching 44.3%. This is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

Academic achievement is very high here, with 38.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state average. This is reflected in the high school advantage scores and a high 71.3% of residents completing Year 12.

Household wealth is a defining feature, as 33.7% of homes earn $3,000 or more a week, which is far above the national figure. Typical personal weekly incomes are also much higher than usual at $1,048.

Residents generally report better health than most other areas, with lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health issues. Only 4.7% of people need help with daily activities.

A high 30.3% of people provide unpaid child care, which is well above the national average. Interestingly, the rate of people doing significant unpaid housework is much lower than in most areas.

Families with children are common, making up 62.2% of households. This helps explain why the average home has 2.5 people, which is higher than in most similar areas.

The area has fewer detached houses than the state average, with more townhouses and apartments. This is reflected in higher-than-usual typical weekly rents of $400 and high monthly mortgage payments of $2,200.

The area is very well connected, with a short 10-minute drive to the city and a high number of public transport stops. While most use cars, 3.8% commute by public transport, which is much higher than in most areas.

The community is quite mobile, with 41.4% of people moving in the last five years. However, the rate of recent overseas arrivals has fallen by 12 points since 2011.

Job prospects are strong, with an unemployment rate of 3.6% and a higher-than-average 66.2% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are employed as professionals or managers.

This area is among the most advantaged in the region, scoring in the top 10% for overall advantage. This is consistent with its high levels of education, job skills, and access to resources.

The neighborhood is very walkable, with 99.5% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach parks, schools, and groceries within a 15-minute walk.