Birchmont

The typical resident is 45, which is noticeably older than the state and national figure of 38. While children under 15 make up 18.6% of the population, those in de facto relationships are much less common here than in most other areas.

Nearly one in five people (19.8%) were born overseas, which is much higher than in similar areas. This is most common among those born in England, though the overall percentage of overseas-born residents is far below the state average.

English is the only language spoken at home, with no one using another language. This is far below the national and state figures.

About 45.3% of the community report having no religion, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the most common faith at 48.8%.

The area has a much lower proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher (4.2%) compared to most other areas. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Typical family income is $2,250 a week, which is about the same as the national figure. However, no households earn $3,000 or more per week, a result far below the state and national averages.

Long-term health conditions are slightly more common here than in the rest of the state, affecting 29.1% of people. However, those needing help with daily activities are fewer than in most areas.

Volunteering is common, with 23.6% of people giving their time, well above the national figure. There is also a notably high number of former Defence Force members at 8.8%.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Families tend to be larger here, with 2.6 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that one-parent families are much less common here than in most other areas.

Almost every home is a separate house (96.2%), and no one in the community rents. Monthly mortgage payments are typically $2,167, which is a little above the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as every home has at least one vehicle and no one uses public transport to commute. The drive to the city takes about 63 minutes.

About 34.1% of residents have moved house in the last five years, which is higher than in most similar areas, though well below the national average.

Only 45.8% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the state average. Manufacturing and health care are the most common industries for those employed.

The area is highly car-dependent, with no homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools. The only accessible amenity within a short walk is a park.