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Weston
4 km²
Far wealthier than the national average, Weston is a high-income community in the Australian Capital Territory. The area is defined by a highly qualified population, with nearly half of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. It is a notably older community where many residents have already paid off their homes, though a growing number of children and recent overseas arrivals are shifting the local demographic. This creates a professional, well-off atmosphere with a strong emphasis on education.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
25 schools within reach make Weston convenient for families.
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The typical resident is 42, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. Seniors make up 23.5% of the population, a figure well above the national average, while children under 15 represent 19.0%.
About 25.3% of residents were born overseas, which is a little below the national figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, accounting for 34.7% and 33.4% respectively.
People using another language at home make up 18.9% of the community, a figure that has risen 6.6 points since 2011. However, this is still well below the national average of 22.3%.
A little above the territory average, 46.6% of people report having no religion. This figure has risen 16 points since 2011, making it well above the national figure of 38.9%.
Education levels are very high, with 45.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. This high level of qualification is reflected in the local workforce, where 36.1% are professionals.
Weekly family incomes are typically $3,082, which is well above the national figure of $2,120. A quarter of residents earn $2,000 or more a week, far exceeding the national average of 12.5%.
A little above the national average, 30.7% of residents have a long-term health condition. Those needing help with daily activities make up 7.5% of the population, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
Volunteering is common here, with 19.7% of people helping out, which is well above the national figure of 14.1%. Additionally, 6.5% of residents have served in the Defence Force, among the highest at this level.
First Nations people make up 0.9% of the population. This small group is highly qualified, with 75% completing Year 12, far above the national figure of 37%.
Family structures are typical for the region, with 60.7% of households consisting of couples with children. About 25.9% of people live alone, which is about the same as the national figure.
Home ownership is strong, with 36.2% of homes owned outright, well above the national figure of 31%. Detached houses are the norm for 74.3% of residents, though typical monthly mortgage payments are high at $2,200.
The area is well served by public transport, with 34 stops and 8 routes. While 60% of people drive to work, 12.3% work from home, a figure that has risen since 2011.
The community is relatively stable, though 40% of residents have moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 12.9% of the population.
Employment is high and stable, with a very low unemployment rate of 3.5%. Many residents work in public administration and safety, which accounts for 31.6% of jobs.
The area is among the most advantaged in the country, with an overall advantage score that is higher than about 90% of similar areas. This is driven by exceptional levels of education and job skills.
The area sees an average annual rainfall of 824mm, slightly below the territory average. Minimum temperatures are among the lowest at this level, averaging 6.6 degrees.
Weston is very walkable, with 99.8% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can reach a park, school, or health service within 15 minutes, though only 67.4% can walk to groceries in that time.