White Gum Valley

The typical resident is 41, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. De facto relationships are much more common here than in most other areas, well above the national figure.

Born overseas, 28.9% of residents come from abroad, which is much higher than most similar areas and slightly above the national average. English is the most common ancestry at 42.2%.

A higher number of people use another language at home compared to most similar areas, though this is still well below the national figure. Italian is the most common non-English language spoken.

The area is strongly non-religious, with 57% of people reporting no religion. This is far above both the Western Australian and national figures.

This is a highly qualified community, with 39% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. Year 12 completion is also much higher than in most other areas.

Incomes are notably high, with a typical family earning $2,630 a week, which is a little above the state average. People earning $2,000 or more weekly are much more common here than in most other areas.

Mental health conditions are much more common here than in most other areas, sitting a little above the national figure. About 6.4% of people need help with daily activities, which is higher than most similar areas.

Volunteering is very common, with 20.1% of people giving their time, which is well above the national figure. About 28.8% of residents provide unpaid care for children.

There are 49 First Nations people living in the area. Year 12 completion for this group is well above the state and national averages.

People living alone are much more common here than in most other areas, well above the state figure. Most households consist of couples with children.

Homes with three or more bedrooms are much less common than in most other areas. While rental rates are a little above the state average, the typical monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 is much higher than in most areas.

Public transport use is among the highest for its level, and a high number of homes have no motor vehicle. The area is well-served, with 19 public transport stops and a very short walk to the nearest one.

The community has seen significant movement, with 41.2% of people moving into the area in the last five years. This is a little above the state average.

More adults are working or looking for work than in most other areas, although full-time employment is well below the state figure. Professionals and managers make up over half of the workforce.

Described as a walker's paradise, every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and public transport. Access to health services is also far above the state average.