Kalamunda

Kalamunda is far older than the state and national average, with 28.4% of people aged 65 and over. Only 16.2% of the population are children under 15, which is a little below the national figure of 18.2%.

The area has a high proportion of people born overseas at 31.9%, which is well above the Australian average of 27.7%. English is the most common ancestry at 50.8%.

English is the dominant language, spoken by 89.8% of residents. This means the 6.4% who use another language at home is far below the state figure of 18.4%.

A large number of residents report no religion at 45.9%, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is also common at 46.5%.

Education levels are high, with 62.6% of residents completing Year 12, well above the national average of 58.8%. A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical family incomes are about the same as the national figure at $2,199. However, the area has a much higher proportion of high earners, with 15.7% of people earning $2,000 or more a week.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 31.9% of residents. Arthritis is the most reported condition at 11.4%.

Residents are very active in their community, with a volunteering rate of 22.6% that is well above the national figure of 14.1%. Unpaid care and housework are also more common than in most areas.

There are 71 First Nations people in the area. Those identified as First Nations have a typical personal income of $739, which is well above the state figure of $481.

Family life is typical for the region, with 53.5% of households being couples with children. About a quarter of residents live alone.

Home ownership is very high, with 49.1% of homes owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%. Most homes are large, with 85.9% having three or more bedrooms.

While most people drive to work, the area has a high number of public transport stops and routes. Only 3.5% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well below the national average.

The community is relatively stable, as 29.3% of people moved in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

About 57.8% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well below the state average of 63.9%. The most common industries are health, social assistance, and education.

The area is very walkable, with 99.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park. Access to health services is far above the state average.