Parkdale

The community is noticeably older than the state and national average, with the typical resident aged 43. Seniors make up 18.0% of the population, which is a little above the Victorian figure.

While 21.7% of residents were born overseas—a figure much higher than most similar areas—this is still well below the state and national averages. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 84.7% of the community. About 12.7% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than in similar areas but far below the Victorian average.

A large proportion of the community does not follow a religion, at 46.5%. This is well above the national figure of 38.9%.

The area is highly qualified, with 35.0% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the national average, and 70.8% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are very high here, with the typical family earning $2,829 a week, well above the national figure of $2,120. About 33.1% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is far above the state and national averages.

The community is generally healthy, with 26.8% of people reporting a long-term health condition, which is about the same as the national figure. Around 4.6% of residents need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care is common, with 30.5% of people caring for children, which is well above the national average. About 15.1% of residents provide some form of unpaid care.

There are 51 First Nations people in the area. This group is far older and earns well above the state and national averages, with a typical personal income of $900.

Most homes are family-based, with 63.8% of households consisting of couples with children. People living alone make up 27.2% of the population, which is a little above the state average.

Housing is expensive, with typical monthly mortgage payments of $2,366, well above the national figure. Separate houses make up 54.6% of dwellings, far below the state average of 73.4%.

Working from home is very common at 35.1%, far above the national average. The area is well-connected, with a very short 2-minute walk to the nearest transport stop.

The population is relatively stable, with 33.4% of people moving in the last five years. This is well below the national figure of 40.7%.

The area has a strong workforce, with 68.1% of adults working or looking for work, well above the state average. Many residents work as professionals or managers.

Parkdale is very walkable, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of public transport, parks, and groceries. This far exceeds the state average for access to amenities.