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Homebush
2 km²
A huge 67.8% of people in Homebush were born overseas, making it one of the most internationally diverse areas at this level. This is a young, professional community where the typical resident is just 31 and many hold high-level degrees. Most people live in apartments and work in professional or technical roles, often from home. The neighbourhood is highly walkable and connected, serving as a dense residential hub for young adults and families in Greater Sydney.
Homebush's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
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The community is far younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 31 and very few seniors. Children under 15 make up 14.6% of the population, which is well below the state and national figures of 18.2%.
Overseas birth rates are far above the national average, with Indian and Chinese ancestries being the most common. People from India and China make up the largest groups of overseas-born residents.
Language diversity is very high, with 69.8% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure of 22.3%, and 12% of people speak little or no English.
Hinduism is a significant faith here at 25.1%, while 30.7% of people report no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.
Homebush is highly qualified, with 51.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average of 26.3%. Year 12 completion is also among the highest for its level at 84.3%.
Incomes are generally high, with a typical household earning $2,101 a week, which is a little above the state figure. About 26.1% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Residents are in very good health; only 12.4% have a long-term health condition, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Mental health conditions are also much lower than most areas.
Volunteer rates are among the lowest at this level at 7.7%. There is also a lower rate of unpaid care and housework compared to the state and national figures.
First Nations residents in Homebush have a high Year 12 completion rate of 57.1% and a typical personal income that is far above the national figure.
Family homes are common, with 55% consisting of couples with children. About 20.9% of people live alone, which is well below the national average of 25.6%.
The area is dominated by apartments, which make up 81.7% of homes. Renting is very common at 56.6%, and typical weekly rents of $470 are well above the national figure.
Public transport use is high, and 15.1% of homes have no car. Working from home is also very common, with 39.9% of the workforce doing so, far above the national figure.
The population is highly mobile, with 68.1% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 31.8% of the community, which is far above the national rate.
More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. While full-time employment is steady, the unemployment rate of 6.4% is a little above the national figure.
Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and parks. Nearly all residents are also within a 10-minute walk of public transport.