Morningside

The community is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with only 8.2% of residents aged 65 or over. It is also a place where many people are in de facto relationships, a figure well above the national average.

About 24.4% of people were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, while the most frequent overseas birthplaces are England and New Zealand.

While English is the main language for 82.3% of residents, 12.6% use another language at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. However, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is about the same as the state figure.

The area is more secular than the national average, with 47.9% of residents reporting no religion. This is well above the 38.9% figure seen across Australia.

Morningside is highly qualified, with a bachelor degree or higher held by 39.5% of adults—far above the national figure of 26.3%. This academic achievement is reflected in the fact that 77.6% of residents completed Year 12.

Household incomes are very high, with 33.3% earning $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure of 22.6%. The typical weekly personal income of $1,202 is also well above the national figure.

Residents are generally healthier than those in other areas, with fewer people having long-term health conditions. However, 10.6% of the population reports a mental health condition, which is a little above the national average.

Unpaid care and housework are less common here than in most other areas. About 14.1% of residents are volunteers, which is about the same as the state and national figures.

The First Nations community here is older and earns more than those in the state and nation. Year 12 completion is also far above the national average at 60.4%.

Homes are generally smaller than average, with 2.3 people per household. There is a higher proportion of people living alone (28.1%) and one-parent families compared to most areas.

Renting is very common, with 47% of households renting—far above the national figure of 30.6%. This is consistent with the low percentage of homes owned outright and the high typical weekly rent of $430.

The area is exceptionally well-connected, with 7.8% of people commuting by public transport, well above the national average. This is supported by a high number of transit stops and a very short walk to the nearest one.

Morningside is a highly transient community, with 57.6% of residents having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up 16.1% of the population.

The workforce is very active, with 77.5% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is also much higher than in most areas, with many residents working as professionals or managers.

The neighborhood is very walkable, with 98.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a '15-minute-city' setup. Almost every home is within a short walk of public transport, parks, groceries, and schools.