6154, WA

The population has grown nearly 10% since 2011 to 10,621 people. It is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a high proportion of seniors and a low percentage of de facto couples.

A strong international presence is evident, with 34.2% of residents born overseas, a figure well above the national average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Chinese, Scottish and Irish.

Around 18.1% of people use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Mandarin and Cantonese are the most common non-English languages spoken.

About 42.3% of residents report having no religion, which is well above the national figure. This is a significant increase from 2011, when the figure was 24.8%.

This is a highly qualified community where 38.8% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the state average. Most residents completed Year 12, and many work in professional, managerial or health roles.

Incomes are much higher than in most areas, with 31.5% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical family income is $2,707 weekly, which is well above the national figure.

About 6% of people need help with daily activities, which is higher than most areas. However, the rate of long-term health and mental health conditions is slightly lower than the national average.

Volunteering is common here, with 19.7% of people volunteering, well above the national figure. There is also a higher-than-average rate of people providing unpaid care for children.

Families with children make up 64.8% of households. While the typical home holds 2.5 people, one-parent families are less common here than in most other areas.

Home ownership is very high, with 42.7% of homes owned outright. Most residents live in large houses with three or more bedrooms, though typical mortgage payments and rents are both well above the state average.

The area is exceptionally well-served by buses, with a very high number of stops and departures per 1,000 people. Most homes have two vehicles, and 10.7% of the workforce works from home.

The community is quite mobile, with 38.9% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 8.1% of the population, down from 17.4% in 2011.

About 63.3% of adults are working or looking for work, which is higher than in most areas. Professional roles are the most common occupation, making up 33.2% of the workforce.

This area is among the most advantaged in the region, ranking in the top 10% for access to money, job skills, and overall advantage.

The suburb is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Almost every resident can reach health services and groceries within 15 minutes on foot.