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Kings Park
3 km²
A high proportion of overseas-born residents defines Kings Park, making it one of the most culturally diverse areas in its category. More than half the population was born abroad, with a strong Vietnamese presence that shapes the local community. While typical incomes are much lower than the national figure, the area is characterised by large family homes and a young population. This blend of cultural diversity and family-focused living creates a distinctive residential pocket in Melbourne's west.
Modest local incomes, but the area's schools serve a more advantaged intake.
39 schools within reach make Kings Park convenient for families.
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The typical resident is 38, and about 18.6% of the population are children under 15, which is higher than most similar areas. A very small number of people live in de facto relationships compared to the state and national figures.
Over half the population was born overseas, a figure far above the national average. Vietnamese ancestry is the most common, accounting for 24% of residents, followed by Australian, English, and Chinese heritage.
Language diversity is very high, with 69.1% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure, and about 21.4% of residents speak little or no English.
Religious affiliation is high, with 46.9% of people identifying as Christian and 16.7% as Buddhist. Consequently, the 18.9% of people reporting no religion is far below the national and state figures.
Educational qualifications are lower than most areas, with only 12% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure, though nearly half of residents have completed Year 12.
Incomes are much lower than typical Australian households, with a typical weekly family income of $1,321. Very few people earn $2,000 or more a week, a figure far below the state and national averages.
A higher number of people need help with daily activities compared to most areas, though the proportion of those with long-term health or mental health conditions is slightly below the national figure.
Volunteer rates are among the lowest at this level, at just 5%. This is well below the national figure, as are the rates of people doing unpaid housework or caring for children.
First Nations residents are more likely to speak a First Nations language than those in other areas. However, typical personal and household incomes for this group are far below the state and national figures.
Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.9 people per household. One-parent families are also much more common here than in most other areas.
The area is dominated by separate houses, with 95.2% of homes being detached. Most of these are large, with 93.2% having three or more bedrooms, far above the national average.
While most people drive to work, the area is very well served by public transport, with every home within a 10-minute walk of a stop. Only 10.8% of people work from home, far below the national figure.
The community is relatively stable, as only 25.5% of residents have moved in the last five years. This is far below the figures for Victoria and Australia.
Unemployment is high at 10.1%, well above the national figure. Many residents work in manufacturing, retail, or health care, and those working or looking for work make up 48.4% of adults.
The area is quite walkable, with everyone living within a 15-minute walk of a park or school. However, access to health services on foot is far below the state average.