Bayswater

The typical resident is 39, and the area has a high number of people in de facto relationships compared to most similar places. While the population is a little older than the state and national figures, it remains a diverse mix of young adults and seniors.

A significant 31.3% of residents were born overseas, a figure well above the national average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

Around 16.7% of people use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than in similar areas. However, this is still a little below the Western Australian average.

Nearly half of the community (48.0%) report having no religion, which is well above both the state and national figures.

Bayswater is highly qualified, with 34.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state average. School completion is also strong, with 67.8% of residents finishing Year 12.

Typical weekly incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with the usual family income sitting at $2,679. Nearly 30% of households earn $3,000 or more each week, well above the national figure.

About 27.6% of people live with a long-term health condition, which is around the middle for its level. Mental health conditions are reported slightly more often here than in most similar areas.

Volunteering is a little more common here than in the state average. While more people than usual care for children unpaid, fewer residents spend 15 or more hours a week on housework.

The First Nations community is a small but high-achieving group, with a Year 12 completion rate of 52.8%, which is far above the state and national figures.

People are more likely to live alone here than in most similar areas, though couples with children still make up the largest group at 58.6%.

Most people live in separate houses, but many face high costs, with typical monthly mortgage payments at $2,000. Renting is also much more common here than in similar areas.

Public transport use is very high, with 8.8% of people commuting by transit, well above the national figure. The area is exceptionally well-served by buses and trains.

The community is relatively mobile, with 37.5% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 8.8% of the population.

A high proportion of residents are working or looking for work, well above the national figure. Many are employed as professionals or managers in health, education, and technical fields.

The area is very walkable, with 97% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Most residents can also reach parks, schools, and groceries within 15 minutes on foot.