Estella

The community is noticeably younger than the rest of the state, with the typical resident aged 34 and nearly 20% of the population being children under 15. While 20.3% are seniors, the high proportion of young adults and children gives the area a youthful feel.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common, though 14.3% of the population was born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas. The most frequent birthplaces outside Australia are India, England, and the Philippines.

About 12.5% of people use a language other than English at home, a figure much higher than most similar areas. However, this is still well below the New South Wales and national averages.

Over half of the population identifies as Christian, while 32.9% of residents report having no religion. This last figure is well below the national average.

Estella is a well-qualified community where 25.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. This is much higher than most similar areas, with many residents working in health, education, and management.

Typical weekly incomes are higher than most similar areas, with the usual family earning $2,256. Personal incomes are also a little above the national figure.

About 27.2% of people have a long-term health condition, which is around the middle for its level. Asthma and arthritis are the most common long-term conditions reported.

Unpaid care for children is more common here than in most areas, while unpaid housework and general care are much lower. Notably, 4.8% of residents have served in the Defence Force, a much higher rate than most similar areas.

First Nations residents in Estella have a much higher typical personal income of $985 and a much lower unemployment rate of 0.0% compared to state and national figures.

Homes here tend to be larger, with an average of 2.6 people per household. Most families are couples with children, who make up 61.9% of the community.

Large homes are the norm, with 81.3% being separate houses and nearly 80% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is much more common here than in most similar areas, and homes owned outright are much less common.

Most people rely on cars, with 72.7% driving to work. Very few people work from home (8.2%) or use public transport to commute, despite 97% of homes being within a short walk of a stop.

The area has seen significant movement, with 47.4% of people moving in the last five years. This includes a very high proportion of recent overseas arrivals, at 30.5%.

Employment is strong, with 64.9% of adults working or looking for work and a full-time employment rate well above the national average. Many residents are professionals working in health and education.

The area is somewhat walkable, with a huge majority of homes within a 15-minute walk of schools, health services, and parks. This makes the neighborhood very accessible for those on foot.