Cardiff Heights

The typical resident is 44, making the community noticeably older than the state and national averages. Seniors make up a large portion of the population at 24.9%, which is well above the national figure of 17.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas roots most commonly cite English, Scottish, or Irish ancestry. Only 13.3% of people were born overseas, which is far below the New South Wales average.

English is the main language for nearly 90% of the community. While 6.2% of people use another language at home—higher than in many similar areas—this is still far below the state and national figures.

A large number of residents report having no religion, at 42.9%. This is well above both the New South Wales and Australian national figures.

The community is well-qualified, with 26.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is much higher than most similar areas, and there is a high density of schools within 3 km.

Household wealth is high here, with a typical weekly family income of $2,323, which is a little above the national figure. About a quarter of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are common, with 35.5% of people living with a long-term health condition. This is well above the national figure, and 9.2% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care is common, with 14.1% of people providing support, which is higher than in most similar areas. The area also has a higher rate of Defence Force veterans than the state average.

First Nations people make up a small part of the population, with 34 residents. About 8.8% of this group speak a First Nations language, which is well above the New South Wales average.

Many residents live alone, accounting for 27.5% of households. However, the most common family type is a couple with children, representing 57.8% of the community.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 81.9% of homes being detached. Most are large, with 77.2% having three or more bedrooms, and 38.9% are owned outright.

While 96.7% of homes are within a short walk of public transport, very few people actually use it to commute. Instead, most rely on cars, though 25.4% of the workforce works from home.

The population is relatively stable, with only 1.6% of residents being recent arrivals from overseas. This is far below the figures for both the state and the nation.

Jobs are concentrated in health care and social assistance, as well as education. The unemployment rate is low at 2.3%, which is lower than both the state and national rates.

Despite being close to bus stops, the area is mostly car-dependent due to steep terrain and a total lack of nearby groceries or health services within a 15-minute walk.