Sutton

The typical resident is 44, which is noticeably older than the national figure of 38. Children under 15 make up 15.3% of the population, a little below the state average.

Most people here were born in Australia, though 14.1% were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas. English, Irish, and Scottish ancestries are the most common following Australian.

English is the main language for 81.2% of the community. However, 8.8% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

About 38.5% of people report having no religion, a figure that is well above the New South Wales average of 33.2%. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 47.2%.

This is a highly qualified community where 27.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. Over 61% of residents completed Year 12, which is a little above the national average.

Sutton is among the highest earning areas at this level, with 48.4% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical personal income is $1,182, well above the national figure.

People needing help with daily activities make up 2.8% of the population, which is a little below the state and national figures. Long-term health conditions are reported by 28% of residents.

Volunteering is common here, with 19.2% of people volunteering, well above the national figure of 14.1%. There is also a higher rate of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.

There are 15 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This group has a typical personal income of $1,156, which is far above the state and national averages.

Families are the norm here, with 64.3% of households consisting of couples with children. This helps explain why homes are larger, with an average of 2.9 people per home.

The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 97.2% of dwellings. A high 46% of these homes are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31%.

The community is car-dependent, with 0% of homes within walking distance of public transport. Most households own multiple vehicles, and 65.6% of workers commute by car.

The population is relatively stable, with 27.6% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%. Recent overseas arrivals are also far below the national average.

Employment is strong, with a 1.8% unemployment rate that is well below the state average. Many residents work in public administration, construction, or professional roles.

Sutton is very car-dependent with a low walkability score of 0.9. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.