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Notting Hill
2 km²
Daily life in Notting Hill is shaped by a very young and highly educated population. The typical resident is just 30, making it far younger than most Australian areas. It is a diverse hub where over half the people use a language other than English at home. With a high proportion of university-level qualifications and a strong presence of professional workers, the community has a distinct academic and international feel.
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This is a remarkably young community where those aged 25 to 44 make up 42.2% of the population. Consequently, the number of children and seniors is much lower than the state and national figures.
Overseas birthplaces are very common here, with 58.1% of residents born abroad. This is far above the national figure, with Chinese, English, and Indian being the most common ancestries.
Language diversity is a standout feature, as 54.7% of people use another language at home. This is far above the national figure, with Mandarin being the most common non-English language at 15.7%.
Religious affiliation is varied, with 39.2% of residents reporting no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. Buddhism and Hinduism also have a notable presence.
Education levels are among the highest in the region, with 49.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher. This is far above the national average, and 80% of residents have completed Year 12.
Typical weekly household income is $1,574, which is a little below the state and national figures. Weekly personal income is also slightly lower than the national figure at $711.
Residents are generally healthier than most, with only 19.1% having a long-term health condition. This is well below the national figure of 27.7%.
Unpaid care and housework are much less common here than in other areas. For example, only 8.4% of people provide unpaid care, well below the national figure of 11.9%.
A small number of First Nations people live here, though their typical personal income of $1,375 is far above the national figure.
Single living is more common than usual, with 29.9% of people living alone. This is well above the national figure, and typical homes are slightly smaller than average.
Renting is very common, with 50.2% of households renting, far above the national figure. Apartments are popular, making up 45.5% of homes, while detached houses are far less common than usual.
Public transport is highly accessible, with 11 routes and a very high number of departures. About 27.5% of people work from home, which is well above the national figure.
The area is very mobile, with 58.9% of residents having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 35.5% of the population, far above the national average.
More adults are working or looking for work than in most areas, though the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure at 7.2%. Many residents work in education, health, and professional services.
The area is very walkable, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of a park or school. Almost all homes are also within a short walk of public transport and groceries.
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