Point Cook - North East

The area is notably young, with a typical resident aged 36 and a children's population that is well above the national figure. Seniors make up a much smaller share of the community than in most other areas.

Cultural diversity is high, with 41.9% of people born overseas—far above the national figure. The largest overseas birthplaces are India and China.

A strong multicultural character is evident, as 42.4% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is far above the state and national averages.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 30.6% of people reporting no religion, a figure well below the national average.

Residents are well-qualified, with 32.4% holding a bachelor degree or higher and 70.5% completing Year 12, both of which are well above the national average.

Typical household income is $2,185 per week, which is well above the national figure. About 29% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a rate higher than most areas.

The community enjoys good health, with far fewer people reporting long-term health conditions or needing help with daily activities compared to most other areas.

Childcare is a major focus here, as 33.2% of people provide unpaid care for children, a rate well above the national figure.

First Nations residents are fewer than in most areas, though their typical personal income is well above the national figure.

Homes are typically larger, with an average of 3.0 people per household. This is consistent with the fact that 71.4% of households are couples with children.

Most people live in separate houses, and 90.2% of homes have three or more bedrooms, which is far above the state average. Very few people live alone.

Working from home is very common at 30.1%, well above the national average. While most homes have two or more cars, the area is very walkable, with 98.4% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport.

The community is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years than in most other areas, although recent overseas arrivals are more common than in most places.

Employment levels are strong, with 68% of adults working or looking for work—well above the national figure. Full-time employment is also much higher than in most areas.

The area is highly advantaged, ranking in the top 20% for access to money and resources. It is also home to a large number of businesses.

The local climate features average annual rainfall of 552mm, which is a little above the state average.

The area is very walkable, with almost every home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or grocery store.