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Murrumbeena
3 km²
A diverse mix of cultures and backgrounds defines Murrumbeena, where over a third of residents were born overseas. This well-off community is home to many highly educated professionals, with nearly half of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The area is notably walkable and connected, making it a convenient place for the 9,369 people who live here. With a typical age of 38, the population mirrors the broader state and national trends.
Murrumbeena's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
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The typical resident is 38, and the population has grown by 9% since 2011. While the age structure is balanced, the number of children under 15 is a little below the national figure.
People born overseas make up 33.9% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Irish, Chinese, and Scottish.
Reflecting its international character, 30.8% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure well above the national average. Greek and Mandarin are the most common non-English languages spoken.
Many residents report no religion, accounting for 40.4% of the community. This figure has risen by 14 points since 2011, though Christianity remains the largest affiliation at 41.1%.
This is a highly qualified area where 48% of adults have a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. Most residents completed Year 12, and many work in professional or managerial roles.
Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly family income of $2,798. This is well above the national figure, and the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more a week has risen 18 points since 2011.
Residents here generally experience better health than the national average, with lower rates of long-term health conditions and fewer people needing daily assistance.
Volunteer rates are slightly above the state average at 14.4%, though this is down from 2011. About 12.7% of people provide some form of unpaid care.
The First Nations population is very small, making up only 0.2% of the community. Those who do live here have a typical personal income far above the national figure.
Family life is common here, with 62.1% of homes consisting of couples with children. However, there are more people living alone than in most other areas.
Housing is diverse, but there are far fewer detached houses and large three-bedroom homes than the state average. Renting is more common here than across Australia, and mortgage payments are typically higher than usual.
Working from home is very common, with 39% of the workforce doing so—far above the national figure. The area is exceptionally well-served by public transport, with most homes just a two-minute walk from a stop.
The community is quite mobile, with 41% of residents moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 18.9% of the population, which is well above the national average.
More people are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas, and unemployment is slightly lower than the national figure. Many residents work in healthcare, professional services, and education.
The area is among the most advantaged in the country, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage. This is supported by an exceptionally high level of education and job skills.
The local climate sees more rainfall than the state average, while temperatures are generally moderate.
Murrumbeena is a walker's paradise, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, grocery store, and public transport.