Devon Park

The community is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with far fewer children and seniors than usual. De facto relationships are much more common here, and 54.1% of residents have never been married.

Overseas birth rates are well above the national average at 29.5%. While English and Australian ancestries are most common, there is a significant presence of people from India, Vietnam, and China.

Language diversity is very high, with 26.8% of people using a language other than English at home. This is among the highest rates for similar areas and is well above the state figure.

About 44.6% of residents have no religion, which is higher than most similar areas and well above the national average.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 35.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher—far above the state average. This is consistent with a high 64% of residents completing Year 12.

Typical personal weekly income is $851, which is a little above the state figure. However, weekly household income is about the same as the state average at $1,493.

Mental health conditions are reported by 12.7% of residents, which is well above the national figure. Other health indicators, such as those needing help with daily activities, are around the middle for similar areas.

Participation in unpaid work is much lower than most areas, including those caring for children or doing housework. Volunteering is also well below the state average at 11.7%.

First Nations residents make up 2.7% of the population. This group has a Year 12 completion rate of 39.1%, which is well above the state average, though household incomes are a little below the state figure.

Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.1 people per household. A high 37.1% of people live alone, and one-parent families are more common here than in most areas.

Rental properties are very common, with 48.6% of households renting—far above the state average. Outright home ownership is among the lowest for similar areas at 14.5%.

Public transport use is among the highest at this level, with 8.9% commuting by transit. This is helped by the fact that 100% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of a stop.

The area is highly transient, with 49.6% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 25.2% of the population, far above the national figure.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. Full-time employment is also well above the state average at 60.6%.

Crime rates are much higher than most areas, particularly for theft, property damage, and burglary. The overall recorded offence rate is significantly above the norm for similar places.

The area is very walkable, with every single home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and public transport. Almost all homes are also within walking distance of groceries and health services.