Forest Lodge

The area is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with a very low proportion of seniors. It has a high rate of people in de facto relationships, far above the national figure.

People born overseas make up 41.4% of the population, which is far above the national average. English, Australian, and Chinese are the most common ancestries.

About 26.6% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is about the same as the state average. Mandarin is the most common non-English language.

A very high 62.2% of residents report no religion, a figure far above both the state and national averages.

This is a highly qualified community, with 61.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. Year 12 completion is also far above the national average.

Incomes are very high here, with the typical personal weekly income far above the national figure. About 41.5% of households earn $3,000 or more a week.

Residents generally report better health than average, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions. However, mental health conditions are a little more common than in most areas.

Unpaid care for children and housework is much lower than the national average, consistent with the area's smaller household sizes. Volunteer rates are a little above the national figure.

First Nations residents in this area are noticeably older than those in the rest of the state. They have a much higher personal income and Year 12 completion rate than the national average, though unemployment is also much higher.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with 35.9% of people living alone. This is far above the national figure, and the typical home has just 2.1 people.

Renters make up a huge 61.1% of the market, far above the national figure. Most people live in flats or townhouses, and the typical weekly rent of $590 is well above the state average.

Working from home is very common at 58.9%, far above the national figure. About 28.1% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is far above the national average.

The population is highly mobile, with 65.2% moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 22.1% of the community, well above the national average.

Professional and technical roles are common, and 74.7% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far above the national average. Full-time employment is also well above the national figure.

This area is a walker's paradise, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and public transport.