Fitzroy

The community is noticeably younger than the state and national average, with children under 15 making up only 10.3% of the population. De facto relationships are very common here, at 22.9%, which is far above the national figure.

People born overseas make up 31.3% of the population, a figure slightly above the state average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

About 23% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is about the same as the national average. However, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is a little above the national figure.

A huge majority of residents—59.1%—have no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen 18 points since 2011.

Fitzroy is highly qualified, with 54% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average of 26.3%. Year 12 completion is also much higher than most areas at 78.3%.

Incomes are much higher than most areas, with a typical weekly family income of $3,072. About 25.4% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is far above the national figure.

Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 12.2% of residents. Conversely, the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is much lower than most areas.

Volunteering is more common here than in most areas, though the proportion of people caring for children unpaid is among the lowest at this level.

First Nations residents in Fitzroy have a much higher typical personal income than those in most areas, and Year 12 completion is far above the national average at 74.5%.

Small households are the norm, with people per home at 2.0, well below the national figure. A high proportion of residents—38.3%—live alone.

Renting is very common, with 58.8% of households renting, far above the national average. Most homes are flats or apartments, and the typical weekly rent of $451 is much higher than most areas.

Working from home is incredibly popular at 48.1%, far above the national average. The area is highly connected, with 27.5% of homes having no motor vehicle.

The population is quite mobile, with 52.3% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a much higher proportion of the community than in most areas.

Employment rates are much higher than most areas, with 69.2% of adults working or looking for work. Professionals and managers make up the largest share of occupations.

The area is ranked as having high overall advantage and exceptional job skills, though it is noted as having very low access to money and resources compared to similar areas.

Annual rainfall is well above the state average, while minimum temperatures are also well above the state figure.

Every single home in Fitzroy is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and public transport, contributing to a walkability score that is well above the state average.