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Campbelltown
235 km²
Greater Sydney's sprawling landscape includes Campbelltown, a large community of over 83,000 people that feels noticeably younger than the national average. It is a family-oriented area where children under 15 make up a much higher proportion of the population than in most other regions. This youthfulness, combined with a growing number of overseas-born residents and a strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander presence, creates a diverse and evolving residential hub.
35 schools within reach make Campbelltown convenient for families.
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The typical resident is 35, which is noticeably younger than the national figure. This younger profile is reflected in the high number of children, though the proportion of seniors has risen to 14.6% since 2011.
Overseas-born residents make up 28.8% of the population, a figure that has risen 11 points since 2011. While Australian and English are the most common ancestries, there is a significant Filipino presence.
Language diversity has grown quickly, with 26.9% of people using a language other than English at home, up 13 points since 2011. This is well above the national figure.
Religious affiliation is distinct here, as the proportion of people with no religion is far below the national figure. Over half the population identifies as Christian.
Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 16.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. However, more people have completed Year 12 since 2011.
Typical weekly family income is $1,834, which is a little below the state and national figures. High earners are rare here, with only 6.5% of people earning $2,000 or more a week.
Health challenges are more common than in most areas; 30% of residents have a long-term health condition. Those needing help with daily activities have also risen to 7.1%.
Volunteering is among the lowest at this level, falling to 8.4% since 2011. Participation in unpaid care and housework remains about the same as the national figure.
Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. One-parent families are especially common, making up 20.8% of the community, which is well above the national average.
Rental properties are much more common than in most areas, and the proportion of households renting has risen 16 points since 2011. Many homes are large, with 81% having three or more bedrooms.
Public transport infrastructure is extensive, with 502 stops and a high number of departures. Despite this, the area is car-dependent, though 23.6% of people now work from home.
Movement into the area is slightly lower than the national average, with 37% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 8.7% of the population.
The local job market is struggling compared to other areas, with a much higher unemployment rate of 6.5%. Fewer adults are working or looking for work than in the rest of the state.
The area is somewhat walkable, with almost everyone living within 15 minutes of a park. However, access to health services is far below the state average.