6033, WA

The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. While the population has aged since 2011, the number of seniors aged 65 and over is actually a little below the state and national averages.

Nearly 30% of residents were born overseas, a figure that is a little above the national average. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, with 42.6% and 38.5% respectively.

About 14% of people use a language other than English at home, which is higher than most similar areas. However, this is still well below the state and national figures.

Christianity is the most common faith at 46.6%. Those reporting no religion make up 37.2% of the community, which is a little below the national figure.

A higher proportion of adults here hold a bachelor degree or higher than in most similar areas, though this is still well below the national average of 26.3%.

Typical household incomes are much higher than most areas, with 34.4% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure of 22.6%.

Residents are generally healthy, with a long-term health condition rate that is well below the national average. Only 1.8% of people need help with daily activities.

Caregiving is common here, as 28% of people provide unpaid child care. Conversely, volunteering is much lower than in most similar areas.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per home and a very low number of people living alone. Most households consist of couples with children.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 89.3% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Monthly mortgage payments are among the highest at this level, typically $2,600.

Car ownership is universal, as no homes are without a motor vehicle. Public transport is almost non-existent, with no stops or routes in the area.

The community is very stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is far below the national figure.

Working or looking for work is more common here than in most similar areas. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is a little below the state and national averages.

The area ranks very high for overall advantage and access to money and resources, sitting among the most advantaged at this level.

This is a car-dependent area with a very low walkability score. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.