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Ocean Reef
5 km²
A typical weekly family income of $2,759 makes Ocean Reef one of the most affluent areas in the region. This is a professional, established community where residents are noticeably older than the state and national average. With a very high rate of home ownership and a large proportion of residents born overseas, it is a stable, wealthy suburb of Greater Perth. The area is mostly made up of large family homes and an ageing population, contributing to its distinctive character as a high-advantage residential enclave.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
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The community is noticeably older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 44 and the proportion of seniors rising to 18.0% since 2011. It is a predominantly married area, though the share of people in de facto relationships is well below the national figure.
People born overseas make up 43.4% of the population, which is far above the national average of 27.7%. English is the most common ancestry at 46.9%, followed by Australian and Irish heritage.
English is the primary language for 86.1% of residents. Those using another language at home make up 10.4% of the population, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.
About 41.6% of residents report having no religion, a figure that has risen by 20 points since 2011. Nearly half the population identifies as Christian.
The area is well-qualified, with 26.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also well above the national average at 65.1%.
Income levels are very high, with 36.4% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, far exceeding the national figure of 22.6%. Typical weekly personal income is $906, which is higher than most other areas.
Residents generally enjoy good health, with only 3.5% needing help with daily activities and a mental health condition rate that is much lower than most areas.
Unpaid care for children is higher than in most areas, affecting 29.2% of people. Volunteering rates are around the middle for its level at 14.9%.
The First Nations community is small, numbering 56 people. However, this group has a Year 12 completion rate of 51.6%, which is far above the national figure.
Families here tend to be larger than usual, with 2.9 people per home and only 12.4% of people living alone. Couples with children make up 66.0% of all households.
Housing is dominated by large, separate houses, with 96.6% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very strong, as 41.4% of homes are owned outright, far above the national average.
Cars are essential for most, with 98.7% of homes owning at least one vehicle. While 4.2% commute by public transport, the transit time to the city is much higher than most areas.
The population is very stable, as only 30.2% of people have moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals have fallen sharply since 2011.
The local workforce is active, with 67.0% of adults working or looking for work, well above the national figure. Common occupations include professionals and managers.
The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country, with an overall advantage score of 1,082. It is in the top 10% of areas for overall advantage and access to resources.
The local climate is warmer than the state average, with a typical maximum temperature of 25.1 degrees and an annual rainfall of 650mm.
Residents have excellent access to health services, parks, and schools within a 15-minute walk. However, about half of the homes are too far to walk to groceries within 15 minutes.