Sunset Beach

The community is younger than most, with a typical age of 37 and a high number of children. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.6% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 16.8% were born overseas. This is far below the Western Australian figure of 32.2%, with the most common ancestries being Australian and English.

English is the main language for 83.1% of people. While 8.9% use another language at home—which is much higher than similar areas—this is still far below the national average of 22.3%.

People with no religion make up 43.9% of the community, which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is nearly as common at 43.6%.

Education levels are lower than the state and national figures, with only 15.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is at 46%, which is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical incomes are higher than in most similar areas, with the usual personal weekly income being $888. However, the share of households earning $3,000 or more a week is well below the state average.

A little above the national average, 28.9% of people have a long-term health condition. Those needing help with daily activities are fewer here at 3.7% compared to the national figure of 5.8%.

Care for children is a priority here, with 29.1% of people providing unpaid childcare. This is a little above the national figure of 26.3%.

The First Nations community is doing well, with an unemployment rate of just 5.9%, which is well below the national figure of 12.3%. Year 12 completion is also far above the state average at 47%.

Families with children make up 50.9% of households. There is a much higher proportion of one-parent families here (17.4%) compared to the national figure of 14.1%.

Separate houses are very common, making up 92.6% of dwellings. While 33% of homes are rented—well above the state average—most homes are large, with 50.3% having four bedrooms.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 0% of people commute by public transport. However, there are many bus stops available, and almost everyone lives within a one-minute walk of one.

The neighborhood is very dynamic, with 43.6% of people moving here in the last five years. This is well above the Western Australian figure of 39%.

The job market is strong with a low unemployment rate of 2.5%, which is lower than both the state and national figures. Many residents work in health care, social assistance, or education.

The area is quite walkable, with 99.9% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and health services. However, no homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school.