Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Bateman
2 km²
A high proportion of overseas-born residents makes Bateman a diverse and affluent community. The area is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with nearly 20% of people aged 65 and over. This is a highly educated and wealthy neighbourhood where most homes are large family houses. It is a well-resourced place where typical incomes are well above the national figure, reflecting a professional workforce with a strong focus on health and education.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
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The typical resident is 41, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 19.9% of the population, a figure that rose by 5.6 points since 2011.
A striking 43.1% of people were born overseas, which is far above the national figure of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Chinese.
Language diversity is high, with 30.1% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is well above the national figure and has risen by 5.9 points since 2011.
About half of the community identifies as Christian. While the number of people reporting no religion rose by 14 points since 2011 to 35.2%, this is still well below the national figure.
The community is very well qualified, with 42.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national figure of 26.3% and rose by 11 points since 2011.
Household wealth is high, with 35.5% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical weekly household income of $2,284 is well above the national figure.
Residents are generally healthy; those with a long-term health condition are well below the national average, and only 6.5% have a mental health condition.
Community spirit is strong, as 20.3% of people volunteer, which is well above the national figure. Unpaid care for children is also much higher than in most similar areas.
The First Nations population is small, numbering 20 people. This group has a typical age of 25, which is a little older than the state and national figures.
Family homes are common here, with 67.1% being couples with children. Consequently, the average of 2.9 people per home is a little above the national figure.
Most residents live in separate houses, and 91.8% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Ownership is high, with 42.9% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure.
The area is well served by public transport, and 7.5% of people use it to commute. Very few homes lack a car, with only 2.3% having no motor vehicle.
About 37% of the population moved house in the last five years. This is a little below the national figure of 40.7%.
Professional roles are common, and 36.2% of the workforce are professionals. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about the same as the national figure.
The area is among the most advantaged in the region, scoring 9 out of 10 for overall advantage, education, and access to resources.
The local climate is milder than the state average, with an average maximum temperature of 25.0 degrees and annual rainfall of 664mm.
The area is somewhat walkable, with every home within walking distance of a park and public transport. However, only 22.9% of homes are within 15 minutes of groceries.