6072, WA

The population is far older than the state and national averages, with 18.2% of residents aged 65 or over. While children under 15 make up 16.4% of the community, this is a little below the national figure.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common. While 23.6% of residents were born overseas, this is well below the state and national figures.

English is the dominant language, with 92.3% of people using it at home. Only 3.6% use another language, which is far below the national average.

A majority of residents report no religion at 52.7%, a figure far above the national average that has risen 28 points since 2011.

The area is well-qualified, with 58.9% of residents completing Year 12 and 19.6% holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical weekly household income is $2,169, which is a little above the national figure. High earners are common here, with 16.3% of people earning $2,000 or more a week.

About 30.2% of people have a long-term health condition, which is well above the state average. However, those needing help with daily activities are a little below the national figure at 4.6%.

Community spirit is high, with 22.7% of people volunteering, well above the national figure. Unpaid care is also common, as 13.4% of residents provide unpaid care.

Families are the norm here, with 60.2% being couples with children. This helps explain why the average home holds 2.7 people, which is higher than most areas.

Housing is overwhelmingly detached, with 99.3% of homes being separate houses. Almost all homes (96.9%) have three or more bedrooms, and renting is very rare at just 3.4%.

Most people rely on cars, with 68% driving to work and only 1% of homes having no vehicle. However, there are 15 public transport stops, providing more access than many similar areas.

The community is very stable, as only 26.4% of people have moved in the last five years, far below the national average. There were no recent arrivals from overseas in 2021.

Job security is strong, with 62.6% of people employed full-time. The most common industries for workers are construction, mining, and health care.

The area scores very high for overall advantage and access to resources, ranking among the most advantaged in the region.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Residents have no access to groceries, health services, or schools within a 15-minute walk.