Berriedale - Chigwell

First Nations people make up 6.3% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas. The community is younger than the state average, and children under 15 make up 18.9% of residents.

Most residents were born in Australia, though the proportion of overseas-born people has risen to 13.4% since 2011. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 84.8% of people, but those using another language at home rose to 9.8% over the last decade. This is a little above the state figure.

Nearly half of the community (48.1%) report having no religion, a figure that has risen by 23 points since 2011 and is well above the national average.

Education levels are much lower than in most similar areas, with only 42.3% of people completing Year 12. This is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Incomes are much lower than in most similar areas. The typical household earns $1,296 a week, which is well below the national figure of $1,746.

Health challenges are common here, with 34.9% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national average, and mental health conditions are also much more frequent than in other areas.

While 12.8% of residents provide unpaid care, volunteering is less common here than in the rest of the state. Around 4.3% of people have served in the Defence Force.

First Nations residents are typically younger than average, with a typical age of 21. While unemployment for this group is lower than in most similar areas, typical personal income is lower than the national figure.

One-parent families are very common, making up 24.3% of households, which is far above the national average. Nearly 30% of people live alone.

Rental properties are more common here than in most similar areas. While most homes are separate houses and often have three or more bedrooms, typical weekly rent has risen to $310.

Public transport use is higher than in most similar areas, and the community has a high number of bus stops. However, 8.2% of homes have no motor vehicle.

Recent arrivals from overseas rose to 15.5% by 2021. Fewer people have moved into the area in the last five years compared to the state and national averages.

About 59.2% of adults are working or looking for work, with many employed in health care, social assistance, and retail. The unemployment rate is slightly higher than most similar areas.

This area ranks as very disadvantaged in terms of money, resources, and job skills compared to 80% of similar areas.

The area is slightly wetter than the state average and experiences temperatures that are among the lowest for its level.

Most homes are within a short walk of public transport and parks, but far fewer people can walk to groceries or health services compared to the state average.