Horsley Park

The typical resident is 45, making the area noticeably older than the rest of the state. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.1% of the population, which is well above the national figure.

Italian heritage is prominent here, with 30.7% of residents claiming that ancestry. Around 28.4% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

Language diversity is very high, with 38.4% of people using a language other than English at home—far above the national figure. Italian is the most common non-English language spoken.

Religious affiliation is very high here, with 77.9% of people identifying as Christian. Only 7.9% of residents report having no religion, which is far below the national average.

While there are many schools nearby, 42.2% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the state average. Only 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Household incomes are high, with 32.9% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical weekly family income of $2,337 is much higher than in most similar areas.

People needing help with daily activities are more common here than in most areas, at 7.2%. However, the rate of mental health conditions is well below the national figure.

A higher than average 27.6% of people spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework. Interestingly, volunteering is much lower than in most other areas.

First Nations residents in this area have a typical personal income of $825, which is well above the national and state figures.

Homes here are larger than usual, with an average of 3.2 people per household. Very few people live alone, and 65.8% of families are couples with children.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 96.7% of homes being detached. Most are large, as 89% have three or more bedrooms, and many residents have paid off their mortgages entirely.

Most people rely on cars, but the area has an exceptionally high number of public transport stops per person. Working from home is also common, accounting for 32.6% of the workforce.

The community is very stable, with only 18.3% of people moving in the last five years—far below the national average. Recent arrivals from overseas are also very rare.

A smaller proportion of adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas. Common industries for local workers include construction, manufacturing, and transport.

The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few residents can reach groceries, health services, or parks within a 15-minute walk.