Concord

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the national figure. It is a large community of 14,551 people, where over half are married and children under 15 make up 17.3% of the population.

Many residents were born overseas, with 33.4%—a figure well above the national average. The most common ancestries are Italian, Australian, English, and Chinese.

Language diversity is very high, as 37.3% of people use a language other than English at home, far above the state average. English remains most common, followed by Italian and Mandarin.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in other areas, with 65.7% of people identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 23.8%, which is far below the national figure.

Concord is highly qualified; 33.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national average. This is reflected in the high school advantage score and a high rate of Year 12 completion.

Household incomes are much higher than usual, with 38.9% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical weekly family income of $2,805 is well above the state and national figures.

A higher than average 6.5% of people need help with daily activities. However, rates of mental health conditions and long-term health conditions are a little below the national average.

Participation in unpaid care and housework is around the middle for its level. Only 12.7% of residents volunteer, which is much lower than in most similar areas.

While the First Nations population is small, it is quite distinctive. Residents are more likely to speak a First Nations language than in most areas, and 67.2% have completed Year 12, far above the state average.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.8 people per household, which is much higher than most areas. Most are family homes, with couples with children making up 66.8% of households.

Most people live in separate houses, and 43.7% own their home outright, far above the national average. However, those with mortgages pay a typical $3,033 a month, which is among the highest at this level.

Working from home is very common here, with 41.9% of the workforce doing so—far above the national figure. The area is well-served by public transport, with a one-minute walk to the nearest stop.

The population is relatively stable, as only 29.9% of people moved in the last five years. This is far below the national rate of 40.7%.

Employment is steady, with 60.5% of adults working or looking for work. The most common industries are health care, professional services, and education.

Concord is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a 15-minute walk of a park. Most residents can reach groceries and schools on foot within 15 minutes.