Lalor Park

The community is notably younger than most areas, with a typical age of 37 and a lower proportion of seniors compared to the state. About 19.6% of residents are children under 15, which is a little above the national figure.

Diversity is high here, with 28.9% of people born overseas, a figure slightly above the national average. While Australian and English are the most common ancestries, there are also significant Filipino and Indian communities.

Language diversity is very high, as 27.9% of residents use a language other than English at home. This is well above the national figure of 22.3%, and 4.7% of the community speak little or no English.

Faith is more common here than in most other areas, with only 26.3% of residents reporting no religion. This is far below the national average of 38.9%, while 52.9% of the population identify as Christian.

A higher than usual number of residents hold bachelor degrees or higher, though at 18.4% this remains well below the state average. About 51.5% of residents finished Year 12, which is also well below the national figure.

Typical incomes are lower than those in the rest of the state, with the usual weekly family income being $1,888. Only 16% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is well below the New South Wales average.

Health challenges are more prevalent here than in most areas, with 30.8% of people living with a long-term health condition. This includes 10% with a mental health condition, which is a little above the national figure.

Participation in volunteering is much lower than in most areas, with only 10% of residents volunteering. This is well below the national figure of 14.1%.

There are 296 First Nations people in the area, among the largest group at this level. However, they face significant gaps, with typical personal incomes and Year 12 completion rates well below the national average.

Families tend to be larger, with 2.6 people per home. One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas, making up 21% of households, which is well above the national figure.

Rental properties are very common, with 42.4% of homes rented. This is far above the national average, while the proportion of homes owned outright is much lower than most areas.

Public transport infrastructure is strong, with 49 stops in the area and 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of a stop. However, 14% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national figure.

Movement is steady, with 33% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 11.6% of the population, which is higher than most similar areas.

Job market challenges are evident, with an unemployment rate of 6.3% that is a little above the national average. Only 53.5% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the state average.

The area is very walkable for schools and parks, with every home within a 15-minute walk of both. However, it is far less convenient for essentials, with only 25.5% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries.