Hillsdale

Hillsdale is much younger than most areas, with a typical age of 35 and a low proportion of seniors. People in de facto relationships are more common here than in the rest of the state.

The community is highly diverse, with 51.4% of people born overseas, a figure far above the national average. Common ancestries include Australian, English, Chinese, and Irish.

Language diversity is very high, as 47.6% of residents use another language at home. This is far above the national figure, and it means more people here speak little or no English.

A smaller proportion of people here report having no religion compared to most other areas. Nearly half the population identifies as Christian, and 8.5% are Muslim.

The area is well-qualified, with 68.4% of residents completing Year 12, which is well above the national average. Those with a bachelor degree or higher also make up a larger share than usual.

Typical personal weekly income is $862, which is about the same as the national figure. However, families earning $3,000 or more a week are well below the state and national averages.

Residents are generally healthier than in most areas, with far fewer people reporting long-term health conditions. Mental health conditions are also lower than the state and national figures.

Community participation is low, with volunteering rates among the lowest at this level. Fewer people here provide unpaid care or do extensive housework compared to the rest of the state.

First Nations people in Hillsdale have a Year 12 completion rate of 48.0%, which is far above the national average. A larger share also speak a First Nations language compared to the state.

One-parent families and people living alone are much more common here than in most areas. Because of this, the typical home has 2.3 people, which is a little below the national figure.

Apartments dominate the landscape, with 87.8% of homes being flats and renting far more common than in other areas. Typical weekly rent is $450, and most homes have only two bedrooms.

Public transport use is higher than usual, and 12.7% of homes have no car. The area is highly connected, with a short 12-minute drive to the city.

Hillsdale is a very transient place, with 50.9% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a much higher share than in most areas.

More adults here are working or looking for work than in most areas, though the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure. Many residents work in healthcare, retail, and construction.

This is a walker's paradise with a score of 8.2. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, and parks.