Dalmeny

Dalmeny is far older than the national figure, with the typical resident aged 59 and 39.2% of the population aged 65 or over. Children under 15 make up only 13.6%, which is well below the New South Wales average of 18.2%.

English and Australian ancestries are most common here. About 14.6% of residents were born overseas, a figure that is higher than most similar areas but far below the New South Wales average of 29.3%.

English is the main language for 87% of the community. While 5% of people use another language at home—which is higher than in similar areas—this is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 43.1% of residents have no religion, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 44.4%.

Educational attainment is lower than in most areas, with only 40.6% of residents completing Year 12, far below the state average of 58.9%. Bachelor degrees or higher are held by 17.2% of adults.

Typical incomes are much lower than in most areas, with a typical household earning $1,092 a week, well below the national figure of $1,746. Only 8.7% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are common, as 41.9% of people have a long-term health condition and 13.6% need help with daily activities. Both figures are far above the state and national averages.

Volunteer rates are well above the national average at 16.8%. There is also a notably high proportion of people who served in the Defence Force, at 5.2%, which is much higher than most similar areas.

First Nations residents are older than the national average, with a typical age of 40. While 7.8% speak a First Nations language, Year 12 completion is far below the national figure at 22.6%.

Small households are common, with 30.2% of people living alone and a typical home containing only 2.1 people. Couples without children make up the largest group at 46.1%.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 90.9% of dwellings being detached. Home ownership is very high, as 52.1% of homes are owned outright, far above the national average of 31%.

Most people rely on cars, as 64.9% drive to work and only 2.9% of homes have no motor vehicle. Despite this, 94.6% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport.

The community has seen some movement, with 37.6% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 6.9% of the population.

A small number of adults are working or looking for work at 38%, which is far below the national figure of 61.1%. Many of those employed work in health care and social assistance.

The area is mostly car-dependent with a low walkability score of 3.8. While parks and transport are nearby, there are no schools or health services within a 15-minute walk.