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Estella
9 km²
Daily life in Estella is centred on young families, with a typical resident aged just 28. This is a rapidly growing community that has seen its population rise 31% since 2011, becoming far younger than the national average. The area is defined by large households and a high proportion of children, creating a residential character where most people live in spacious detached homes. This shift is mirrored by a surge in new arrivals and high levels of professional qualifications.
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The community is much younger than most areas, with children under 15 making up 22.6% of the population. This trend is reflected in the high number of de facto relationships, which are well above the national figure.
Overseas births have risen significantly to 16.1% since 2011, although this remains far below the state and national averages. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, Irish, Scottish, and Indian.
A growing number of residents use a language other than English at home, rising 13 points since 2011 to 14.8%. However, this is still well below the national figure.
Over half of residents identify as Christian, while 35.8% report no religion, a figure that has risen 21 points since 2011.
The area is highly qualified, with 68.2% of adults completing Year 12 and 28.2% holding a bachelor degree or higher, both of which are among the highest standings for similar areas.
Typical incomes are among the highest at this level, with a typical family earning $2,480 a week. High earners are common, as 25.4% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly.
Residents are generally healthier than those in most other areas, with long-term health conditions and the need for daily help both falling well below national levels.
Unpaid childcare is very common here, with 31.6% of people providing this care, which is well above the national average. About 5.1% of the population has served in the Defence Force.
Homes are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. Family units dominate the area, and there are far fewer people living alone compared to the state average.
Most residents live in separate houses, and 87.7% of homes have three or more bedrooms. While typical rents are $400 a week, only 17% of homes are owned outright, far below the national figure.
Driving is the primary way to get around, with 73% of workers commuting by car. Very few people use public transport, and only 3% of homes have no motor vehicle.
The area has seen massive movement, with 66.2% of residents moving here in the last five years. This includes a significant rise in recent arrivals from overseas, now at 21.9%.
A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work, far above the national figure. Employment is strong in health care, education, and public administration.
While 95.9% of homes are within a short walk of a park, the area is generally less walkable than the state average for groceries, schools, and health services.