Marsfield

The population is among the largest at this level, with a typical resident aged 39. There are fewer children and a much lower rate of de facto relationships compared to most similar areas.

More than half of residents were born overseas, a figure far above the national average. The strongest ties are to China, which accounts for 14.3% of all birthplaces and 32% of ancestries.

Language diversity is very high, with 53.1% of people using a language other than English at home. Consequently, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is well above the state and national figures.

About 39.5% of residents report having no religion, which is about the same as the national figure but well above the state average.

Marsfield is exceptionally well-qualified, with 47.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the national figure and is reflected in the high number of degrees in management, commerce and engineering.

Household incomes are typically higher than the national figure, with 26.2% of homes earning $3,000 or more per week. This wealth is consistent with the area's high levels of university qualifications.

The community is generally healthy, with a rate of long-term health conditions that is well below the state and national figures. However, the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is higher than in most areas.

Volunteer rates are about the same as the national figure. Rates of unpaid care and housework are generally lower than in other similar areas.

The First Nations population is small, but those living here are noticeably older than the state average and earn much higher incomes than First Nations people nationally.

Most homes are occupied by couples with children, though the number of people living alone is higher than the state average. The typical home holds 2.5 people.

Townhouses and semi-detached homes are the most common, as separate houses are far less common than in the rest of the state. Rents and mortgage payments are both well above the national figure.

Working from home is very common here, with 45.8% of the workforce doing so. The area is well served by buses, and the walk to the nearest stop is much shorter than in most areas.

The area is highly mobile, with 46.2% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a much larger share of the population than in the rest of Australia.

The workforce is dominated by professionals, with many working in health, professional and technical services. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is slightly higher than the national figure.

Marsfield is very walkable, with nearly all homes within a 15-minute walk of a park or school. Most residents live within a 10-minute walk of public transport.