Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Franklin
2 km²
A huge 49.5% of people in Franklin were born overseas, making it one of the most internationally diverse areas in the region. This is a young and highly educated community, where the typical resident is just 30 and over half of adults hold a university degree. The population has grown rapidly, nearly doubling since 2011. These factors combine to create a professional, mobile population that is far younger than the national average.
Franklin's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
Franklin has many young families but fewer schools per child than most areas.
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The community is noticeably young, with a typical age of 30 and a children's population that is a little above the national figure. Seniors are rare here, as those aged 65 and over make up only 3.9%, which is far below the Australian average.
Overseas birthplaces are very common, with 49.5% of residents born outside Australia, a figure far above the national average. The most common ancestries include Australian, English, Chinese, and Indian.
Language diversity is high, with 53.0% of people using a language other than English at home, which is far above the national figure. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.
About 39.5% of residents report having no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. Other significant groups include Hindus and Christians.
This is a highly qualified area where 51.0% of adults have a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. Most residents have completed Year 12, and many hold postgraduate degrees.
Typical weekly household income is $2,383, which is well above the national figure. This high earning capacity is reflected in the 19.0% of people who earn $2,000 or more per week.
Residents here are in good health, with long-term health conditions affecting only 17.1% of people, which is far below the national figure. Those needing help with daily activities are also among the lowest in similar areas.
About 29.3% of people provide unpaid childcare, which is a little above the national average. However, volunteering is lower than in most similar areas, at 12.3%.
First Nations residents in Franklin have a typical personal income of $949, which is far above the national figure. Year 12 completion is also much higher than most areas at 56.9%.
Homes are larger than usual, with a typical 2.8 people per home. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 64.9% of families.
Rentals are very common, with 45.9% of households renting, far above the national figure. Detached houses are less common than in other areas, and the typical weekly rent is $460.
Public transport use is well above the national average at 9.5%, and it is very quick to reach the city, taking only 12 minutes by car. Most residents have two vehicles.
The population is very mobile, with 57.3% of people moving in the last five years. This high turnover is linked to the 23.4% of residents who arrived recently from overseas.
The area has a very active workforce, with 79.4% of adults working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Many residents work in public administration and safety.
Franklin is an advantaged area, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage. This is supported by an exceptionally high score for education and job skills.
The area sees an average annual rainfall of 780mm, which is a little below the ACT average. Minimum temperatures are among the lowest for similar areas at 6.7 degrees.
The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can easily reach groceries and parks on foot, though health services are harder to access.