Mount Elliot

The area is far older than most other communities, with 25.4% of people aged 65 and over. There are fewer children here than the state average, and a small but notable First Nations presence at 4.7%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 16% were born overseas, which is higher than in similar areas. English, Australian, and Scottish are the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language, with 91.1% of people using it alone at home. Very few people use another language, and no residents reported speaking little or no English.

A large proportion of the community identifies as having no religion, at 45.6%, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the other primary affiliation at 46.2%.

Residents are highly qualified, with 35.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the state average, and 64.5% of adults have completed Year 12.

This is a wealthy area where 40.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. Typical household incomes are also well above the state and national averages.

While few people need help with daily activities, 31.4% have a long-term health condition. Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 13.0% of residents.

Community spirit is high, with 20.1% of people volunteering and 15.8% providing unpaid care. There is also a much higher rate of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.

The First Nations community is small, with 8 people living here. Those in this group earn significantly more than the state and national averages for both household and personal income.

Homes tend to be larger than average, with 3.0 people per home. This is consistent with the high proportion of couples with children, who make up 65.9% of households.

Every home in Mount Elliot is a separate house, and 57.7% are owned outright, far above the national figure. Most homes are large, with 92.3% having three or more bedrooms.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute and every home owning at least one vehicle. Many residents work from home, accounting for 31.8% of the workforce.

The community is relatively stable, as far fewer people moved in the last five years compared to the state average. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 14.8% of the population.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most areas, though the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure. Professionals and sales workers are the most common occupations.

The neighborhood is almost entirely car-dependent due to a lack of nearby shops, health services and schools. While 82.7% of homes are near a park, the steep terrain and lack of transit make it very little walkable.