Bellfield

The area is younger than the national figure, with a typical resident aged 36 and far fewer seniors than most other areas. There is also a higher proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to the state average.

Bellfield is quite diverse, with 31.3% of people born overseas, which is well above the national figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish and Chinese.

Language diversity is a standout feature here; 35.7% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure far above the Australian average. Consequently, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is also among the highest for its level.

A high number of residents report having no religion, at 44.3%, which is well above both the state and national figures. Other common affiliations include Christianity and Islam.

The community is well-qualified, with 32.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, well above the national average. This is consistent with the high percentage of residents who completed Year 12.

Typical family and household incomes are higher than most areas. While weekly personal income is a little below the state figure, 24% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.

A higher number of people need help with daily activities compared to the state average. Mental health conditions are also more common here than in most other areas.

Volunteering is much lower than in most similar areas. However, a higher proportion of the community provides some form of unpaid care compared to the national figure.

The First Nations population is small, but the typical age is 40, which is far older than the national figure of 24. Year 12 completion is well below the national average at 30.4%.

Homes here are slightly larger than average, with 2.6 people per dwelling. There is also a much higher proportion of one-parent families than in most other areas.

Renting is very common, with 43.2% of households renting, far above the state average. Typical monthly mortgage payments are also much higher than in most areas.

The area is exceptionally well-connected, with a very short walk to the nearest stop and a high number of public transport departures. About 27.2% of people work from home, which is well above the national figure.

The neighborhood is quite dynamic, with 40.7% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 11% of the population.

The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is a little above the state and national figures. Many residents work in health care and social assistance or professional and technical roles.

Bellfield is a walker's paradise, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, schools, and public transport. This is far above the state average for most amenities.