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Floreat
4 km²
Over half of adults in Floreat hold a bachelor degree or higher, making it one of the most highly qualified areas in the region. This is a wealthy, family-oriented community where most homes are large, detached houses and typical incomes are far above the national figure. With a high proportion of children and a population that has grown 19% since 2011, it is a well-established suburb that combines professional success with a strong focus on family life.
Floreat's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
Floreat has many young families but fewer schools per child than most areas.
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The area is noticeably older than the state average, with a typical resident aged 42. However, it has a high proportion of children under 15, at 21.8%, which is well above the national figure.
English and Australian ancestries are most common, and while 27.9% of people were born overseas, this is well below the Western Australian average.
English is the main language for 85.7% of the community. About 12.4% of residents use another language at home, which is well below the national figure.
A large portion of the community reports having no religion, at 44.8%. This figure is well above the national average and has risen 18 points since 2011.
Education levels are exceptionally high, with 84.3% of residents completing Year 12. This is far above the state and national averages, and over half of adults hold a university degree.
Typical weekly family incomes are far above the national figure at $4,270. More than half of all households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure that has risen 21 points since 2011.
Residents are generally healthier than most, with a long-term health condition rate of 22.4%, which is well below the national average.
Community involvement is very high, with 28.9% of people volunteering—far above the national figure. This is consistent with a high rate of people providing unpaid care for children.
The First Nations population is very small, making up just 0.3% of the community. Those who identify as First Nations have a typical household income far above the state and national figures.
Families are the norm here, with 73% of households being couples with children. Consequently, homes are larger than usual, with a typical 3.0 people per home.
Housing is dominated by large, separate houses, with 89% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is uncommon, and typical weekly rents of $600 are far above the state average.
Most residents drive, but the area is well-served by public transport with 67 stops. Only 1.8% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is much lower than most areas.
The community is relatively stable, with 35.4% of people moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure.
A high number of adults are working or looking for work, at 68.1%. The workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many working in health, professional services, and education.
Floreat is among the most advantaged areas in the country, scoring a maximum of 10 for access to resources, education, and job skills.
The area is warmer than the state average, with a typical maximum temperature of 24.8 degrees and annual rainfall of 656mm.
The suburb is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a 15-minute walk to a park.