Hillsborough

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 6.4% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas and well above the national figure of 3.2%. The typical resident is 40 years old, and those in de facto relationships are more common here than in most other areas.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 91.4% born here. This means only 7.6% of people were born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with 96.4% using it at home. Only 2.5% of residents use another language, which is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

A large number of residents report no religion, accounting for 43.2% of the population. This is well above the Australian average of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than the national average, with only 14.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, the area is well served by schools, with 30 located within 3km.

Typical family incomes are $2,309 a week, which is much higher than in most similar areas. However, the percentage of households earning $3,000 or more per week is well below the national figure.

Health challenges are more common here than in most similar areas, with 35.1% of people living with a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions also affect a much higher proportion of residents than usual.

Unpaid care is a significant part of local life, with 16.4% of people providing unpaid care and 32.5% caring for children, both of which are much higher than in most areas.

The First Nations community is relatively prosperous compared to the state, with a typical personal income of $866. This group is also younger than the general population, with a typical age of 29.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.7 people per dwelling. Couples with children make up the majority of households at 59.9%, while those living alone are less common than in most areas.

The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 96.2% of all homes. A huge 94.1% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms, far above the national figure of 73.8%.

Most people rely on cars, as 58.4% drive to work and 47.7% of homes have two vehicles. While 97% of homes are near public transport, only 0.9% of people use it to commute.

The community is relatively stable, with 29.5% of people moving in the last five years. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas, a figure far below the national average.

More adults are working or looking for work (66.0%) than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are health care, retail, and construction.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a low walkability score of 3.4. While almost all homes are within a short walk of a school or transport, very few are near groceries or health services.