Prahran - Windsor

The typical resident is just 34, and children under 15 make up only 8.0%, which is far below the national figure. De facto relationships are very common here, occurring far more often than in the rest of Victoria.

People born overseas make up 31.7% of the population, a figure well above the Australian average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

While 19.9% of residents use a language other than English at home, this is well below the Victorian average. Most people speak only English, with Greek being the most common second language.

A majority of residents—53.9%—report having no religion, a figure far above the national average that has risen 21 points since 2011.

Education levels are among the highest in the country, with 52.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 81.4% having completed Year 12.

Typical weekly personal income is $1,343, which is far above the national figure. This wealth is reflected in the 31.2% of households earning $3,000 or more each week.

Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 10.8% of residents. However, those needing help with daily activities are fewer than the state average.

Unpaid care for children and housework is far less common here than across Victoria, consistent with the very low proportion of children in the area.

First Nations residents in this area have a much higher typical personal income and Year 12 completion rate than those in most other areas.

Living alone is very common, with 44.9% of people in this category. Consequently, the typical home is small, holding only 1.8 people.

Renting is the norm for 54.9% of households, and apartments are the most common dwelling type. Very few homes have three or more bedrooms compared to the rest of the state.

Many residents do not own a car, and 45.0% work from home, which is far above the national average. Public transport use is also well above the national figure.

The community is highly transient, with 57.5% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 22.0% of the population.

The area has a very strong workforce, with 75.3% of adults working or looking for work. Professional and technical roles are the most common industry.

The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country for education and job skills, though it has a smaller share of residents with access to money and resources than some similar areas.

The local climate features average maximum temperatures that are about the same as the state average and annual rainfall well above the Victorian figure.

This is a walker's paradise where 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and public transport.