Goodwood - Millswood

The population is noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 42 and nearly 20% being seniors. Children under 15 make up 15.2%, which is much lower than most similar areas.

About 23.9% of residents were born overseas, a figure that rose slightly since 2011. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Scottish.

Greek is the most common non-English language spoken at home, alongside Mandarin and Italian. While 17.8% of people use another language, only 1.9% speak little or no English.

Nearly half the community (49.3%) reports no religion, a figure that has risen sharply by 18 points since 2011 and is far above the national average.

This is a highly qualified area where 45.9% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the national figure of 26.3%. This academic strength is reflected in high school advantage scores and a 75.2% Year 12 completion rate.

Household wealth is significant, with a typical weekly family income of $2,686, which is well above the national figure. Since 2011, the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more per week has jumped by 15 points.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 27.4% of residents, which is about the same as the national average. Mental health conditions are reported by 9.0% of the population.

The area has a strong culture of giving, with 21.4% of residents volunteering, which is well above the national figure. Unpaid care is also common, with 13.8% of people providing support to others.

First Nations people make up 0.6% of the population. This group is far older than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 32.

Homes tend to be smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per dwelling. About 30% of residents live alone, which is well above the national figure.

The housing mix is diverse, with 27.5% of residents living in flats or apartments. While 36.2% of homes are owned outright, typical monthly mortgage payments are $2,031, well above the state average.

Public transport use is very high for its level, with 8.1% commuting via transit and 13.7% of people working from home. The area is exceptionally well-served, with 92 public transport stops.

The area is quite dynamic, with 38.8% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas account for 20.9% of the population, though this is down from 2011.

Employment is high, with 66.3% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are professionals, with the largest employment sectors being health care, professional services, and education.

The area is ranked in the top 10% for overall advantage and job skills. It is a major hub for business, hosting 2,519 companies.

The local climate is milder than the state average, with a typical maximum temperature of 22.4 degrees. Annual rainfall is 513mm, far above the state figure.

This is a walker's paradise where 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, public transport, and groceries. Residents are also within a very short walk of health services and schools.