Glenorie

The area is noticeably older than the state average, though it has a higher share of children under 15 than most similar places. About 56% of residents are married, while de facto relationships are much less common than in most areas.

While 76.5% of residents were born in Australia, the proportion of people born overseas is much higher than in most similar areas. English, Italian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 79% of the community, but the share of people using another language at home is much higher than in most similar areas. Arabic is the most common non-English language.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in the rest of the country, as the share of people with no religion is far below the national figure.

The community is well-qualified, with a much higher share of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher compared to most similar areas. Over 60% of residents completed Year 12, which is a little above the national figure.

Incomes are very high in Glenorie, where the typical weekly household income of $2,524 is well above the state and national figures. Nearly 40% of households earn $3,000 or more each week.

Residents are generally healthier than those in most similar areas, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions. Only 6.3% of people report a mental health condition, which is a little below the national average.

Unpaid work is common here, with more people providing unpaid care, doing housework, or caring for children than in most similar areas. About 15.5% of residents are volunteers.

There are 37 First Nations people in the area. While household income for this group is well above the state average, Year 12 completion is far below national levels.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.2 people per household. This is consistent with the fact that 67.1% of families are couples with children, while very few people live alone.

The area consists almost entirely of separate houses, with 90.7% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common than across the state, and typical monthly mortgage payments are far above the national figure.

Car use is essential, as only 0.3% of people commute by public transport and nearly every home has a motor vehicle. Many residents work from home, with 33.2% doing so, which is far above the national figure.

The population is relatively stable, though 33.5% of residents moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are much less common here than in the state or nation.

More adults are working or looking for work than in most similar areas, with a very low unemployment rate of 2.7%. Many residents work in construction, retail, or as managers and professionals.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.