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Hackett
2 km²
A steady increase in high-income families has shaped the modern character of Hackett. This community is now a highly educated and affluent hub with a typical resident aged 40. It is a place where professional careers and family life intersect, marked by a high number of children and a strong preference for detached housing. The area stands out for its exceptionally high levels of qualification and a workforce heavily concentrated in public administration.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
A family-heavy area that's short on schools per child.
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The area is notably family-oriented, with 20.9% of the population being children under 15, which is a little above the national figure. While the typical resident is 40, this is noticeably older than the territory average of 35.
Most residents were born in Australia, though the 20.6% born overseas is much higher than in most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 40.5%, followed by Australian at 35.7%.
English is the primary language for 83.5% of the community. While 13.3% of people use another language at home—a figure much higher than most similar areas—this is still well below the territory average.
The community is far more likely to have no religion than the rest of the country, with 59.7% of residents reporting no religious affiliation, compared to the national figure of 38.9%.
Academic achievement is very high here, with 56.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average of 26.3%. This is consistent with 82.7% of residents completing Year 12.
Wealth is a defining feature, as the typical family earns $3,555 a week, which is far above the national figure of $2,120. Nearly 45% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly.
About 30.4% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is a little above the national average. Mental health conditions are reported by 11.2% of the population, a rate much higher than most similar areas.
Residents are highly active in their community, with 27.5% volunteering—far above the national figure of 14.1%. Unpaid care is also common, with 32.7% of people caring for children.
There are 41 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This group is far older than the national average, with a typical age of 34, and 22% speak a First Nations language.
Families with children are the most common household type at 67.2%. Homes tend to be slightly larger than average, with 2.6 people per household.
The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 76.2% of dwellings. While 37.3% of homes are owned outright, those with mortgages face typical monthly payments of $2,500, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
Getting to the city is quick, with a typical drive time of only 9 minutes. While many rely on cars, the area has a high number of public transport stops and 10% of people commute by bicycle.
The community has seen significant movement, with 37.5% of people moving house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 14.9% of the population.
The workforce is largely professional, with 34.2% of employees working in public administration and safety. Most people are employed full-time, and the unemployment rate of 3.8% is a little below the national average.
Overall crime rates are lower than in most similar areas, particularly for burglary and theft. However, the rate of sexual offences is higher than in most comparable areas.
The area is very walkable, with nearly all homes within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, and groceries. However, access to health services is a weakness, as only 14.2% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of such services.