Bassendean

The typical resident is 40, which is lower than most similar areas. While children under 15 make up 17.5% of the population, people in de facto relationships are more common here than in most other areas.

People born overseas make up 26.6% of the community, which is much higher than most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 41.7%, followed by Australian and Irish.

Those using another language at home make up 12.3% of the population, a figure much higher than most similar areas. However, this is still well below the state and national averages.

Nearly half of the population (48.5%) report having no religion, which is well above the figures for both Western Australia and Australia.

Education levels are high, with 28.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the state average, and 61.7% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes are strong, with typical family weekly earnings at $2,367. This is much higher than most similar areas, and 16.4% of people earn $2,000 or more a week.

Mental health conditions are more common here than in most similar areas, affecting 11% of residents. Long-term health conditions are also well above the state average.

Volunteering is common, with 17.5% of people giving their time, which is well above the national figure. About 28% of residents also provide unpaid care for children.

First Nations people make up 232 residents. This group has a high Year 12 completion rate of 45.7%, which is far above the state average.

Living arrangements are varied, with 31.7% of people living alone—a figure well above the national average. Typical homes are smaller than usual, with 2.3 people per house.

Rental properties are much more common here than in similar areas. While most homes are separate houses, those owned outright are much less common than in most other areas.

Public transport is a major feature, with 7% of people commuting by it—well above the national figure. The area is very accessible, with 72 public transport stops.

The area is relatively mobile, with 36.8% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 7.2% of the population.

Employment is strong, with 65.9% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents work as professionals, particularly in health care and education.

Bassendean is very walkable, with 97.7% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach parks and schools on foot within 15 minutes.