Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Newtown
2 km²
Young adults dominate the population in Newtown, where the typical resident is just 34. It is a highly educated and affluent inner-city community, with over half of adults holding a university degree. This professional character is reflected in the high incomes and a large number of people working from home. The area is a dynamic hub of renters and small households, with a very high proportion of residents moving in recently.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
Plenty of schools here relative to how few children live in the area.
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The community is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with children under 15 and seniors both well below average. De facto relationships are far more common here than in most other areas, and 66.2% of residents have never married.
Birthplaces are diverse, with 30.9% of people born overseas, which is well above the national figure. English is the most common ancestry at 34.7%, followed by Australian and Irish.
While 17% of people use a language other than English at home, this is well below the state and national averages. English remains the primary language for 78.2% of the population.
A striking 66% of residents report no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common faith at 21.4%.
Newtown is exceptionally well-qualified, with 54.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. Most residents finished Year 12, and qualifications are heavily concentrated in society, culture, and the creative arts.
Typical incomes are among the highest at this level, with a typical weekly personal income of $1,310. About 37.4% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far above the national average.
Mental health conditions are well above the national figure at 14.3%. However, the area has a much lower percentage of people needing help with daily activities than most other areas.
Volunteering is higher than most areas, though rates of unpaid childcare and housework are among the lowest at this level. Defence Force service is also much lower than in most other areas.
First Nations residents have a typical personal income of $907, which is far above the national figure. Year 12 completion is also among the highest for this group, at 71.1%.
Small households are the norm here, with 36.6% of people living alone, far above the state average. This is consistent with the low number of children in the area, resulting in just 2.1 people per home.
Renting is very common, with 57.7% of households renting, far above the national figure. Most homes are townhouses or apartments, and typical weekly rents of $550 are among the highest at this level.
Many residents live without a car—31.7% of homes have no vehicle—which is far above the national average. This is supported by a high use of public transport and 54.9% of the workforce working from home.
The population is highly mobile, with 58% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals are also much more common here than in most other areas.
A high proportion of the community is working or looking for work, and full-time employment is well above the national average. Professional and technical roles are the most common industries.
The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country, with a top score for education and job skills. It is also a significant business hub with 1,760 businesses.
Annual rainfall is far above the state average, and minimum temperatures are well above the New South Wales figure.
Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and schools. It is highly connected, with a walkability score of 9.7.