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Botany
3 km²
A short drive to the city defines daily life in Botany, where a growing population of young professionals enjoys an exceptionally walkable environment. The community has expanded rapidly, adding about 4,075 people since 2011 to reach a total of 12,960. It is a relatively young and affluent area, with a typical resident aged 36 and a high proportion of university-educated workers. This blend of professional success and urban convenience makes it one of the most advantaged areas in the region.
Botany's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
Families are well catered for: 25 schools serve Botany.
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The area is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with 19.1% of residents being children under 15. Seniors are much less common here than in most areas, making up only 12.0% of the population.
Botany is more culturally diverse than most of Australia, with 32.5% of people born overseas. This figure has risen 3.9 percentage points since 2011, with the most common ancestries being Australian and English.
About a quarter of residents use a language other than English at home, which is a little above the national figure. English remains the primary language for 69.6% of the community.
More than half of residents identify as Christian, while 30.3% report having no religion. The proportion of people with no religion has risen sharply by 17 percentage points since 2011.
The community is well-qualified, with 30.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average and has risen 12 percentage points since 2011, alongside a significant increase in Year 12 completions.
Incomes are much higher than in most areas, with a typical family earning $2,844 per week. This is well above the New South Wales figure of $2,185, and 36.0% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly.
Residents report better health than most, with far fewer people needing help with daily activities. Only 22.4% have a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%.
Unpaid childcare is more common here than in most areas, while volunteering and unpaid housework are much lower than typical. Only 10.3% of people volunteer, down 1.7 percentage points since 2011.
First Nations residents in Botany are noticeably older and far more likely to have completed Year 12 than those elsewhere in the state. Their typical personal income is also far above the national figure.
Families with children make up 63.5% of households. The typical home holds 2.6 people, which is about the same as the state average.
The area is dominated by flats or apartments, with detached houses being far less common than across Australia. Renting is much more frequent here than in most areas, and typical weekly rents of $550 are among the highest for this level.
Working from home is very common, with 35.4% of people doing so, a huge increase from 2.1% in 2011. While many use cars, the area is highly connected, and most residents can reach the city in 12 minutes by car.
The population is quite mobile, as 45.9% of residents moved in the last five years. This is well above the national figure, though the number of recent overseas arrivals has fallen slightly since 2011.
Employment is strong, with 69.0% of adults working or looking for work—far above the state average. The unemployment rate of 3.2% is much lower than in most similar areas.
Botany is highly advantaged, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage. It is a significant business hub with 1,815 businesses and high scores for education and job skills.
The area experiences much higher annual rainfall than the state average. Maximum temperatures are typical for the region, but minimum temperatures are well above the New South Wales average.
The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or public transport. It is also far above the state average for the number of homes with a full 15-minute-city walkshed.