Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Manly West
5 km²
Young families are a major part of the community in Manly West, where children under 15 make up 20.5% of the population. This is a relatively affluent area where most people live in large, detached homes. It has become more educated and wealthier over the last decade, with a significant rise in both degree holders and high-income earners. The neighbourhood is well-established and growing, with a population that has increased by 11% since 2011.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
18 schools within reach make Manly West convenient for families.
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The typical resident is 40 years old, which is slightly older than the national figure. While the number of children is much higher than in most similar areas, the proportion of seniors has risen to 16.3% since 2011.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 21.1% were born overseas. This is well below the national figure of 27.7%, and the most common ancestries are English and Australian.
English is the primary language for the vast majority, with only 8.8% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national average of 22.3%.
About 40.4% of people report having no religion, a figure that has risen by 20 points since 2011. Over half the population identifies as Christian.
The area is well-qualified, with 25.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also well above the national figure at 63%.
Manly West is quite wealthy, with typical weekly family incomes of $2,411. Nearly 30% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure that has risen 17 points since 2011.
Health patterns are typical for the region, with 29.2% of people living with a long-term health condition. Around 5% of residents need help with daily activities.
Residents are more likely to be volunteers than those in most similar areas. There is also a high rate of unpaid care, with 32.3% of people caring for children.
First Nations people make up 2.6% of the population. Those in this community earn more than the state and national figures, though the unemployment rate is much higher than in most similar areas.
Homes tend to be larger here, with a typical 2.7 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children and the fact that very few people live alone.
The area is dominated by separate houses, and nearly 90% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common here than in the rest of the state.
Most people drive to work, though nearly 20% now work from home, which is a big jump from 2011. Public transport use remains low at 3.5%.
The community is relatively stable, with 38% of people moving in the last five years, which is lower than the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals have fallen sharply since 2011.
A high proportion of adults—67%—are working or looking for work, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Many residents work in healthcare, education, or construction.
The area is quite advantaged, ranking higher than 70% of similar areas for overall advantage. This is supported by strong job skills and a high level of access to resources.
The area receives significantly more rainfall than the Queensland average, with 1,012mm annually. Temperatures are milder than the state average, with a typical maximum of 26.2°C.
The neighbourhood is very walkable for basic needs, with nearly every home within a short stroll of a park, school, or public transport stop.