Casey

The community is noticeably younger than the national figure, with 25.9% of residents being children under 15. Seniors are rare here, as those aged 65 and over make up only 4.5% of the population, which is far below the Australian average.

Overseas birthplaces are common, with 31.4% of people born abroad, a figure that has risen since 2011. While many residents have Australian or English ancestry, there is a significant Indian presence, accounting for 8.1% of the area.

Cultural diversity is high, with 32.4% of people using a language other than English at home, which is far above the national figure. Mandarin and Punjabi are the most common non-English languages spoken.

Christianity is the most common faith at 40.0%, while 37.2% of residents report no religion. The proportion of people with no religion has risen by 15 points since 2011.

This is a highly qualified area where 80.5% of residents completed Year 12, far above the national average. About 39.7% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, with many working in management and commerce.

Incomes are very high, with 41.1% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $2,967 is well above the national figure, and 23.4% of individuals earn over $2,000 weekly.

The community is generally healthy, with only 22.0% of people reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure. Very few residents, just 2.7%, need help with daily activities.

Family care is a priority here, as 39.6% of people provide unpaid childcare, a rate far above the national average. There is also a notable number of people who have served in the Defence Force.

First Nations residents are a small part of the population, but they fare well here. They have a high Year 12 completion rate of 71.9% and personal incomes that are far above the national figure.

Homes are typically large and full, with 2.9 people per household and 71.0% of families consisting of couples with children. Consequently, only 17.9% of people live alone.

Most people live in separate houses, and 57.6% have a mortgage. Renters pay a typical weekly rent of $502, which is well above the national average.

Car travel is the primary way to get around, with 69.2% of people driving to work and very few using public transport. Almost every home owns at least one vehicle.

The area is quite dynamic, with 49.8% of residents having moved house in the last five years. This movement is supported by a steady flow of new arrivals from overseas.

Employment rates are very strong, with 81.4% of adults working or looking for work. The local workforce is dominated by full-time roles, particularly in public administration and safety.

Casey is one of the most advantaged areas in the region, scoring a 10 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is driven by high levels of education and strong access to financial resources.

The local climate features an average maximum temperature of 20.4 degrees. Winter nights are quite cold, with average minimums among the lowest in the region at 6.5 degrees.

While almost everyone lives within a short walk of a park or groceries, the area is less walkable for other needs. Only 28.3% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school.