Glen Forrest - Darlington

The community is noticeably older than most, with 20.9% of residents aged 65 or over, a figure well above the national average. While the population grew slightly to 7,223 people, the proportion of children under 15 has fallen slightly since 2011.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas heritage are predominantly from England, Scotland, and Ireland. While 27.2% were born overseas, this is well below the Western Australian figure.

English is the primary language for the vast majority of the community. Only 5.3% of people use another language at home, which is far below both the state and national figures.

A majority of residents report no religion, at 54.9%, which is far above the national average. This trend has grown significantly, rising 22 percentage points since 2011.

The area is highly qualified, with 33.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national figure. High school completion is also strong, with 66.6% finishing Year 12.

Typical incomes are much higher than most areas, with 32.6% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. Personal and family incomes have all risen since 2011, consistent with the high level of professional qualifications.

The community is generally healthy, with a rate of people needing help with daily activities that is much lower than most areas. Long-term health conditions are around the national average, with arthritis being the most common.

Volunteering is very high at 26.1%, far above the national figure. Residents also provide a high level of unpaid care for children and other family members.

First Nations residents make up 1.2% of the population. Compared to other areas, they have much higher household and personal incomes and a higher rate of Year 12 completion.

Most people live in couples with children, and the typical home holds 2.7 people. Very few residents live alone compared to the state average, and one-parent families are also much less common.

Almost every home is a separate house, with 91.9% having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very high, with 41.9% owned outright and only 6.2% of households renting.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as only 1.2% of homes have no motor vehicle. While there are many public transport stops, most people drive to work or work from home.

This is a stable community where few people move; only 26.5% have changed homes in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are also among the lowest at this level.

Working adults are more common here than in most areas, though full-time employment is lower than the state average. Many residents work in professional roles, particularly in education and health.

The area is among the most advantaged in the region, scoring a 9 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is supported by high levels of job skills and access to resources.

The climate is cooler than the state average, with an average maximum temperature of 24.7 degrees. Annual rainfall is also far above the Western Australian average.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a low walkability score of 3.0. Due to the steep terrain and layout, few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.