Camperdown

This is a young community where the typical resident is 33, noticeably younger than the national figure of 38. Children and seniors are far less common than in most areas, while de facto relationships are far more frequent than the state average.

The area is diverse, with 34.7% of people born overseas, which is well above the national figure. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries, followed by Chinese and Scottish.

About 20.8% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.

A huge majority of the community—59.6%—report having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 54.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state average of 27.8%. Most residents completed Year 12, and qualifications are strongest in management, commerce, and the arts.

Incomes are very high here; the typical personal weekly income is $1,291, far above the national figure of $805. Nearly 37% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

The population is generally healthy, with fewer people needing daily assistance than in most areas. However, 11.6% of residents report a mental health condition, which is well above the state average.

Unpaid care and housework are much less common here than in most areas, consistent with the high number of young professionals. Despite this, 18.1% of people volunteer, which is well above the national figure.

The First Nations community is small but stands out for its high education levels, with Year 12 completion at 69.2%, far above the state average. Many also speak a First Nations language.

Living arrangements are dominated by singles and couples, with 41.8% of people living alone. This is far above the state average and helps explain why the typical home only houses 1.9 people.

Rental properties are the norm, with 61.1% of households renting, and apartments make up 73.6% of all homes. Typical weekly rents are $570, well above the national figure.

The area is highly connected, with 28.1% of homes having no car and 53% of the workforce working from home. Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, and the walk to the nearest stop is just one minute.

The population is very mobile, with 65.3% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a large share at 22.7%.

Employment is strong, with 73.8% of adults working or looking for work. Most of these residents are professionals or managers working in technical, health, or education fields.

Described as a walker's paradise, every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and public transport.