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Blackburn South
4 km²
A high proportion of overseas-born residents sets Blackburn South apart as a diverse and well-educated community. The area is notably older than the national figure, with over 21% of people aged 65 and over. This blend of older residents and a strong migrant population creates a settled, professional atmosphere. Many households are affluent, which is consistent with a workforce where over 38% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.
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The community is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 42. Seniors make up 21.2% of the population, a figure well above the national level.
This is a diverse area where 36.9% of people were born overseas, well above the national figure of 27.7%. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Chinese.
Language diversity is very high, with 36.5% of people using a language other than English at home—far above the national rate. Mandarin is the most common non-English language, spoken by 14.1% of residents.
A plurality of residents report no religion (43.1%), which is well above the national figure. Christianity remains the next most common affiliation at 41.7%.
Education levels are very high, with 38.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. Year 12 completion is also well above the state and national figures at 70.6%.
Household incomes are strong, with 27.1% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week, which is much higher than most similar areas. Typical family weekly income is $2,371, a little above the national figure.
People needing help with daily activities are more common here than in most areas, at 7.5%. Long-term health conditions are about the same as the state average.
Unpaid care is more common here than in most areas, with 14.1% of people providing care and 28% caring for children. This is slightly above the national figures.
First Nations residents are older than the state average, with a typical age of 29. Year 12 completion is far above the national average at 50%, and 11.4% speak a First Nations language.
Families tend to be larger than in most areas, with 2.6 people per home. Most households consist of couples with children (65.8%) or couples without children (21.8%).
Homes are often large, with 79.8% having three or more bedrooms, and 38% are owned outright. However, typical monthly mortgage payments are $2,251, which is much higher than most areas.
Working from home is very common here at 34.6%, far above the national figure. While 9% of homes have no car, the area is well served by 47 public transport stops.
About 31% of people moved in the last five years, which is well below the national rate. Recent overseas arrivals make up 11.4% of the population.
The workforce is largely professional, with 32.5% in professional roles. The most common industries are health care, professional services, and education.
The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park and a school. Nearly all residents are also within a 10-minute walk of public transport.