Netherby

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the national figure. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.5% of the population, which is well above the Australian average of 17.2%.

People born overseas make up 22.8% of the community, which is much higher than most similar areas. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Scottish, and Irish, with Chinese ancestry also making up a notable 8.3%.

A significant 16.5% of residents use a language other than English at home, though this is still well below the national figure. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.

About 42.8% of residents report having no religion, a figure that is well above the national average. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 49.9%.

Education levels are exceptionally high, with 80.3% of residents having completed Year 12, far above the state and national figures. This is reflected in the workforce, where many hold postgraduate degrees in management, health, and society.

Incomes are far above the state and national averages, with 38.3% of households earning $3,000 or more per week. The typical family income is $3,113 weekly, which is well above the national figure of $2,120.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with a long-term health condition rate of 24.4%, which is well below the national average. Similarly, mental health conditions are much lower here than in most other areas.

Volunteering is very common, with 25.7% of people giving their time, far above the national figure of 14.1%. This community also sees much higher rates of unpaid care for children and housework compared to most areas.

There are only three Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here. This small group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 39.

Family life is central to the area, as 66.4% of households are couples with children. Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.7 people per dwelling.

Home ownership is strong, with 47.5% of houses owned outright, far above the national figure. While most homes are large with three or more bedrooms, the typical monthly mortgage payment is $2,383, which is well above the state average.

The area is well-served by public transport, with 10 stops and 13 routes, which is much higher than most similar areas. Despite this, most people still commute by car, and the drive to the city is very short at just 8 minutes.

The community is relatively mobile, with 36.2% of people moving house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 12.8% of the population.

A high proportion of the workforce is employed in professional roles, particularly in healthcare and social assistance. The number of adults working or looking for work is well above both the state and national figures.

Netherby is generally safe, with recorded offences per 100,000 people being lower than most areas. Rates of burglary and motor vehicle theft are much lower than typical.

The area is very walkable for parks, schools and transport, with 100% of homes within a short walk of a stop or green space. However, it is far below the national average for walking access to groceries and health services.