Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield

The population has grown to 15,932 people, and the typical resident is a little older than the state and national figure. There has been a rise in the number of people in de facto relationships, and the proportion of seniors aged 65 and over rose 3.2 percentage points since 2011.

About 27.2% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas but well below the Western Australian average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish and Scottish.

English is the main language for 80.7% of the community. While the proportion of people using another language at home is well below the national figure, it has risen slightly since 2011.

Nearly half the population (47.2%) report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average and has risen by 19 percentage points since 2011.

The area has seen a significant increase in qualifications, with the share of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher rising 8.8 percentage points since 2011. It is also home to a large number of schools, with more per 1,000 children than most similar areas.

Typical personal weekly income is $872, which is a little above the national figure. Household incomes have increased significantly since 2011, with the typical family now earning $2,278 a week.

Health challenges are more common here than in most similar areas, with a higher rate of long-term health conditions and mental health conditions. About 6% of people need help with daily activities, which is a little above the national average.

Volunteering is more common here than in most similar areas. A higher than average 27.8% of residents provide unpaid childcare, while those doing heavy housework have decreased since 2011.

First Nations residents are more likely to speak a traditional language than those in most similar areas. While Year 12 completion is well above the state and national average, the unemployment rate is much higher than in most similar areas.

The area has a high number of people living alone and more one-parent families than most similar areas. Most households consist of couples with children or couples without children.

Detached houses are the most common dwelling type, though their share has fallen slightly. Typical weekly rent is $330, which is a little below the national figure, and there is a very low number of people per bedroom compared to most areas.

Public transport use is much higher than in most similar areas, supported by a high number of stops and a short walk to the nearest one. Only 8.5% of people work from home, which is far below the national figure.

The community is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to most areas. The share of recent overseas arrivals has also fallen significantly since 2011.

A higher than average 64.8% of adults are working or looking for work, and full-time employment is more common than in most similar areas. The most common industries are health care, social assistance and education.

The area has a higher level of overall advantage than 60% of similar areas, supported by a strong level of education and job skills. It is home to 1,247 businesses.

Annual rainfall is much lower than in most similar areas, though it remains far above the state average. Maximum and minimum temperatures are both higher than most similar areas.

The area is very walkable, with nearly all homes within a 15-minute walk of a park or school. This high level of accessibility is far above the state average for most amenities.