Farrer

The area is far older than the rest of the territory, with a typical age of 43 and 23.7% of people aged 65 and over. This senior population is well above the national figure and has risen since 2011. Children under 15 make up 18.1% of the community, which is about the same as the national average.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 25.9% were born overseas, a figure slightly below the national average. English is the most common ancestry at 36.4%, followed by Australian, Irish, and Scottish heritage.

English is the main language for 78.2% of people. While 17.7% of residents use another language at home—which is higher than in many similar areas—this is still well below the territory and national figures.

About 41.0% of people report no religion, a figure that has risen by 13 points since 2011. This is slightly above the national average, while Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 44.5%.

Farrer is highly qualified, with 44.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. Year 12 completion is also much higher than most areas at 78.1%.

The community is very wealthy, with 41.0% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $3,226 is well above the national figure, and personal incomes are also among the highest at this level.

People needing help with daily activities make up 6.3% of the population, which is higher than most areas. This is consistent with the older age of the community, and 30.6% of residents live with a long-term health condition.

Volunteerism is very high here, with 23.0% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure. About 30.2% of residents provide unpaid childcare, and 6.5% served in the Defence Force.

First Nations people make up a small part of the population. This group is younger than average with a typical age of 22, and they show very high educational outcomes, with 78.1% completing Year 12.

Families with children are common, making up 63.4% of households. The typical home holds 2.6 people, which is slightly higher than the national figure.

Home ownership is strong, with 36.5% of homes owned outright, well above the national figure. Renting is much less common here than in other areas, and typical monthly mortgage payments are among the highest at $2,600.

Most people drive to work, though 12.5% work from home, a figure that has risen since 2011. The area is very close to the city, with a short 13-minute drive time.

The community has seen significant movement, with 42.6% of people moving in the last five years. This is a little above the national figure, though recent arrivals from overseas have fallen slightly since 2011.

Full-time employment is much higher than most areas at 64.0%. Many residents work in public administration and safety, which accounts for 30.8% of jobs.

The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country, receiving a top score of 10 for overall advantage, education, and access to resources.

The local climate is slightly cooler than the territory average, with an average minimum temperature of 6.5 degrees and annual rainfall of 833mm.

Farrer is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park. Residents have excellent access to schools and groceries, with 89% of homes within a short walk of a shop.