Balcatta - Hamersley

The area is older than most, with the typical resident aged 39 and a high 20.7% of the population aged 65 or over, which is well above the national figure. Children under 15 make up 16.9% of the community, a little below the state average.

International roots are strong here, with 34.5% of people born overseas, well above the Australian average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Italian.

Language diversity is a key feature, as 27.8% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is well above the state figure. Italian is the most common non-English language spoken.

About 51% of residents identify as Christian, while 34.3% report no religion. The proportion of people with no religion has risen 14 points since 2011, though it remains well below the state average.

The community is well-qualified, with 24.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion rose 11 points since 2011 to reach 59.4%, which is slightly above the state average.

Typical weekly household income is $1,625, which is a little below the state figure. Since 2011, typical family incomes have risen by $540 to reach $2,101 per week.

Health profiles are around the middle for similar areas, with 27.1% of people living with a long-term health condition. Arthritis and mental health are the most commonly reported conditions.

Caring for children is common here, with 27.6% of people providing unpaid childcare, which is a little above the national figure. About 13.5% of residents volunteer their time.

The First Nations community is noticeably older than the state average, with a typical age of 29. Educational outcomes are strong, as 50% have completed Year 12, far above the national figure.

A high 31.1% of people live alone, which is well above the national average. The typical home is small, with 2.3 people per household.

Homes here tend to be large, with 85.4% having three or more bedrooms, far above the national figure. However, detached houses are far less common than in the rest of the state, at 64.4%.

Public transport is highly accessible, with 113 stops and a very short 1-minute walk to the nearest one. Despite this, 66.2% of people still rely on a car to get to work.

The area is relatively stable, as the 35.4% of people who moved in the last five years is well below the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals fell 8.7 points since 2011.

Employment is strong, with 60.5% of people working full-time, which is a little above the national average. Most residents work in health care, construction, or retail.

The area is a major local hub with 2,482 businesses. It has seen significant growth, with the population estimate increasing 8.7% since 2021.

The local climate is slightly milder than the state average, with an average maximum temperature of 25.1 degrees and annual rainfall of 671mm.

The neighbourhood is very walkable, with 98.6% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach parks, groceries, and schools within 15 minutes.