Seddon - Kingsville

The community is relatively young, with a typical resident aged 37 and a higher than usual proportion of children under 15. Seniors make up only 9.6% of the population, which is well below the national figure. De facto relationships are also very common here, appearing much more often than in most similar areas.

People born overseas make up 26.9% of the population, a figure that has fallen since 2011. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

About 21.7% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is higher than most areas. This is a diverse mix, though English remains the main language for 75.1% of people.

A huge majority of residents—58.1%—report having no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen sharply since 2011.

This is a highly qualified area, with 48.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national figure, and 77.1% of residents have completed Year 12.

Typical weekly household income is $2,364, which is much higher than most areas. Those earning $2,000 or more a week make up 26.1% of the population, far exceeding the national average.

While the proportion of people needing daily help is lower than most areas, 11.2% of residents have a mental health condition, which is a little above the national figure.

Unpaid childcare is common here, with 29.8% of people providing this care, well above the national average. Volunteering rates are around the middle for similar areas.

The First Nations community is small, but those who are present have an unemployment rate of 0.0% and Year 12 completion rates far above the national average.

Families with children make up 60.9% of households. About 27.9% of people live alone, which is a little above the national figure.

Renting is very common, with 38.0% of households renting and typical weekly rents reaching $414. Homes are smaller than usual, with only 53.1% having three or more bedrooms.

Working from home is incredibly popular, with 45.6% of people doing so—far above the national average. The area is very well connected, with a short 12-minute drive or 43-minute transit trip to the city.

The area is quite mobile, with 43.2% of people having moved house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 12.2% of the population.

A high proportion of adults—74.9%—are working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Most jobs are in professional, technical, or health care roles.

The area is considered very advantaged overall, scoring 9 out of 10 compared to all other areas. It is particularly noted for having top-tier education and job skills.

The area sees an average annual rainfall of 623mm, which is a little above the state average. Typical minimum temperatures are also slightly higher than the state figure.

Walking is the easiest way to get around, with a walkability score of 9.1. Every home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and schools.