6148, WA

The population has grown by 9.0% since 2011 to nearly 19,000 people. It is older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 42 and a significant senior population of 20.8%.

Migration is a defining feature here, as 46.0% of residents were born overseas, a figure far above the national average. English, Australian, and Chinese are the most common ancestries.

Language diversity is high and increasing, with 34.3% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure, with Mandarin being the most common non-English language.

Christianity is the most common faith at 41.7%, while 36.5% of residents report no religion. The proportion of people with no religion has risen by 14 points since 2011.

This is a highly qualified community where 37.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national average, and 70.5% of residents have completed Year 12.

Household incomes are strong, with 28.1% earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical family income of $2,328 is slightly higher than the national figure.

Residents report fewer mental health conditions than most areas. About 25.6% of people live with a long-term health condition, which is a little below the national average.

Volunteering is common, with 19.9% of people helping out, well above the national average. There is also a high rate of unpaid childcare, at 30.3%.

Homes tend to be larger, with an average of 2.7 people per household. Couples with children make up 65.3% of all families, while 22.3% of people live alone.

Most people live in separate houses, and 88.8% of homes have three or more bedrooms. While 39.1% of homes are owned outright, typical monthly mortgage payments are high at $2,000.

The area is well-connected, with a very short one-minute walk to the nearest public transport stop. Most people drive to work, though 9.1% now work from home.

The community is quite mobile, with 39.0% of residents moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 10.5% of the population, though this fell from 25.6% in 2011.

Professional roles are the most common occupation, and 60.6% of adults are working or looking for work. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about the same as the national figure.

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

The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach health services, parks, and groceries within 15 minutes.