Bondi Junction - Waverly

The typical resident is 36, which is younger than the state and national figures. The area has a low proportion of children and seniors, and a very high number of people in de facto relationships compared to most other areas.

International ties are strong here, with 43.7% of people born overseas, a figure far above the national average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

About 23.6% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is a little above the national figure. However, very few people speak little or no English.

The number of people reporting no religion has risen sharply since 2011 to 41.5%. Judaism is a notable faith here, representing 10% of the population.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 50.4% of adults holding a university degree and 79.1% having finished Year 12, both far exceeding state and national averages.

Incomes are well above the national figure, with 42.6% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical family income is $3,554, which is far above the national average.

Residents are generally healthier than those in most other areas, with much lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health conditions.

Unpaid care for children and housework is much lower here than in most other areas. About 13.9% of people volunteer, which is around the middle for similar areas.

The First Nations community is small, but those living here have a much higher Year 12 completion rate (64.6%) and higher personal incomes than the national average.

Living arrangements are distinct, with 32% of people living alone—much higher than the state average. Families tend to be smaller, with only 2.3 people per home.

Renters make up 47.2% of the market, and typical weekly rents are far above the national figure at $652. Apartments are the primary home type, as separate houses are very rare.

Working from home is very common, with 53.2% of people doing so. While many homes have no car, the area is well-served by public transport and has a very short commute to the city.

The community is highly mobile, with over half of all residents having moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 25.1% of the population.

The workforce is strong and professional, with 65.7% employed full-time. Most people work in professional, technical, or financial roles, and the unemployment rate is low at 3.7%.

The area is ranked as having the highest overall advantage, driven by top-tier education and job skills. It is also a major business hub with over 4,300 businesses.

The area receives far more rainfall than the state average. Minimum temperatures are also well above the New South Wales average.

Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and public transport.