Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Moncrieff
2 km²
A massive population jump of nearly 5,000 people since 2016 has transformed Moncrieff into a young, high-earning hub. The community is notably younger than the national average, with a typical resident aged 30 and a very high proportion of children. This is a diverse, well-qualified area where many residents were born overseas and hold advanced degrees. It is primarily a place for established families with high incomes and a strong connection to professional and public sector work.
Moncrieff's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
Moncrieff has many young families but fewer schools per child than most areas.
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This is a very young community where 30.1% of people are children under 15, far above the national figure of 18.2%. Seniors are rare, with those aged 65 and over making up just 2.5% of the population.
Overseas birthplaces are common here, with 42.7% of residents born abroad, which is far above the national figure of 27.7%. Indian and Chinese ancestries are particularly prominent alongside Australian and English roots.
Language diversity is high, and 47.9% of people use a language other than English at home, far above the national average of 22.3%. Punjabi is the most common non-English language spoken.
Religious views are varied, with Hinduism (14.0%) and Islam (12.0%) having a strong presence. Those reporting no religion make up 29.3% of the community, which is well below the national figure.
The area is highly qualified, with 47.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the Australian average of 26.3%. Year 12 completion is also very high at 83.3%.
Incomes are high, and the typical household earns $2,699 a week, well above the national figure of $1,746. Nearly 40% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Residents generally enjoy good health, with only 18% reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national average of 27.7%. Only 2.7% of people need help with daily activities.
Caregiving is a major part of life here, as 42.9% of people provide unpaid childcare, far above the national figure. However, only 11.2% of people volunteer, which is lower than most areas.
First Nations residents earn more than those in most similar areas, with a typical personal income of $1,149. This group is also highly employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.0%.
Homes tend to be large, with 3.2 people per household, well above the national average of 2.5. Most families are couples with children, making up 74.4% of households.
The area is dominated by large homes, with 84% having three or more bedrooms. Most people are paying off a mortgage, and the typical monthly payment is $2,167.
Cars are essential for most, as 68.4% of people drive to work and only 1.8% use public transport. Very few homes lack a motor vehicle.
The community is highly mobile, with 86.5% of residents moving in the last five years, far above the national figure of 40.7%.
Job security is strong, with 70.6% of people employed full-time, far above the national average. Many residents work in public administration, safety, and healthcare.
The area ranks very high for overall advantage, scoring a 9 out of 10. Population growth has been rapid, rising 13.4% since 2021.
The climate is temperate, with an average annual rainfall of 842mm, which is about the same as the rest of the territory.
While 100% of homes are near a park or public transport, the area is not very walkable for daily needs. Only 17% of residents can walk to groceries within 15 minutes.