Dunlop

The area is notably young, with a much higher proportion of children than the national average. Seniors are far less common here than in other areas, with only 9% of the population aged 65 and over.

Most residents were born in Australia, and about 21% were born overseas, which is well below the state and national figures. Those with European roots are common, with English, Irish, and Scottish ancestries following Australian as the most frequent.

English is the main language for 77.2% of homes, but the use of other languages at home has risen to 19.8% since 2011. This is still well below the territory-wide average.

About 40% of the community reports no religion, a figure that has risen sharply by 15 percentage points since 2011. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 46.5%.

A higher-than-usual proportion of adults have completed Year 12 or hold a bachelor degree. This well-qualified workforce is reflected in a high number of professionals and managers.

Typical weekly household incomes are $2,503, which is well above the national figure. The area has seen significant growth in wealth, with the share of households earning over $3,000 a week rising by 16 percentage points since 2011.

Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most other areas. However, the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is lower than the national average.

Unpaid childcare is very common, with 35.4% of people providing this care, which is well above the national figure. The area also has a high rate of former Defence Force members.

First Nations residents in Dunlop earn much more than those in most other similar areas. Their typical personal income is $1,027, far above the national figure of $540.

Homes here are larger and hold more people than usual, which is consistent with the high number of couples with children. Very few people live alone compared to the rest of the territory.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 92.1% of homes being detached. Large properties are the norm, as 94.8% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms.

Cars are essential here, as 68.1% of people drive to work and only 2.2% use public transport. Very few homes are without a motor vehicle.

The community is very stable, with far fewer people moving in the last five years compared to the state or national averages. New arrivals from overseas have also fallen since 2011.

Job security is high, with full-time employment and overall work rates among the highest for its level. Many residents work in public administration and safety.

The neighborhood is very advantaged, ranking in the top 20% of areas for overall advantage and access to resources. This is supported by high job skills and strong incomes.

The area experiences average rainfall and temperatures that are typical for the territory, though minimum temperatures are among the lowest for its level.

While almost every home is within a short walk of a park or public transport, the area is less walkable than most of the territory. Access to health services and schools within walking distance is very low.