McMahons Point

The typical resident is 44, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. It is a community with very few children, as those under 15 make up only 7.8%, which is far below the national average of 18.2%.

Birthplaces are diverse, with 35.7% of people born overseas—a figure well above the national average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Irish, and Scottish.

While 16.8% of residents use a language other than English at home, this is well below the state average of 26.6%. Very few people here, only 0.6%, speak little or no English.

About half of the population (49.2%) report having no religion, a figure far above the national average of 38.9%.

This is a highly qualified community where 63.2% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the national figure of 26.3%. High school completion is also among the highest at this level, with 86.3% finishing Year 12.

Incomes are very high, with 43.6% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical personal weekly income of $1,664 is far above the national figure of $805.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with only 2.0% needing help with daily activities, which is well below the national average of 5.8%.

Volunteering is common here, with 20.8% of people volunteering—well above the national figure of 14.1%. However, far fewer people provide unpaid childcare compared to most other areas.

The First Nations community is small, consisting of 10 people. This group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 55.

Small households are the norm, with 44.1% of people living alone—far above the national figure of 25.6%. Consequently, the typical home has only 1.8 people.

Apartments and townhouses dominate, as separate houses make up only 13% of homes. Renting is very common at 51.6%, and the typical weekly rent of $580 is well above the national figure.

The area is highly connected, with 19.1% of homes having no car—far above the national average. Working from home is also very common, accounting for 58.4% of the workforce.

The population is quite mobile, as 52.7% of people moved house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 16.3% of the community.

Employment is strong, with 68.2% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are professionals or managers, with a high concentration in professional and technical services.

Described as a walker's paradise, every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, parks, and schools. This exceptional access contributes to a walkability score far above the state average.