Windsor Downs

The population is significantly older than most areas, with a typical age of 49 and children under 15 making up only 12.2%. De facto relationships are also much less common here than in the rest of Australia.

People born overseas make up 20.7% of the community, which is much higher than in similar areas, though still well below the state average. English, Irish, and Scottish ancestries are common alongside Australian roots.

About 12.9% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure much higher than most similar areas. However, this is still far below the New South Wales average of 26.6%.

The community is strongly religious, with 72.2% identifying as Christian. Consequently, the share of people with no religion is among the lowest for its level and far below the national figure.

Residents are well-qualified, with 18.2% holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is higher than most similar areas. Many of the highest qualifications are in engineering, management, and commerce.

Incomes are very high here, with 40.2% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. The typical weekly household income of $2,629 is among the highest for its level.

Long-term health conditions are slightly more common than the state average at 28.8%. However, the rate of mental health conditions is 6.0%, which is lower than most areas.

Unpaid housework is more common than in most areas, while far fewer people are caring for children, which is consistent with the older age of the residents.

The First Nations community is small, but those present have personal incomes and a typical age of 31 that are both much higher than the national figures.

Homes tend to be large, with 3.2 people per household, well above the national average. Very few people live alone, and one-parent families are less common than in most areas.

The area is dominated by large separate houses, with 97.2% having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very strong, as 54.3% of homes are owned outright, far above the state average.

Car use is essential here, as 46.7% of people drive to work and 36.5% of homes have four or more vehicles. Working from home is also much more common than the national average.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to most areas. Recent arrivals from overseas are also far below the state and national figures.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. The local workforce is led by professionals, technicians, and managers, with construction being a major industry.

The suburb is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no grocery stores or health services within a 15-minute walk.