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Linden
1 km²
Daily life in Linden is largely car-dependent and quiet, with almost every resident living in a detached house. It is a small, affluent community of 273 people where high incomes and professional qualifications are common. The area has become notably younger and more diverse since 2011, though it remains far older than the national average. With a high proportion of people working from home and a strong preference for large family homes, it serves as a peaceful residential pocket in the Blue Mountains.
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The typical resident is 47, which is far older than the national figure. While the population shrank by 31% since 2011, there has been a notable increase in children under 15, who now make up 19% of the community.
About 20.5% of people were born overseas, a figure that has doubled since 2011. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, and the area has far fewer overseas-born residents than the state average.
English is the main language for 95.2% of residents, though the share of people using another language at home has risen to 5.9%. Very few people struggle with English, with 0.0% reporting little or no proficiency.
A majority of residents (51.3%) report no religion, a figure far above the national average. This represents a significant shift, as this group rose by 38 points since 2011.
Linden is highly qualified, with 34.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Both university degrees and Year 12 completions have risen sharply since 2011.
Typical weekly household income is $2,036, which is a little above the state and national figures. Since 2011, the typical household income has risen by $1,325.
Health challenges are common here; 39.2% of people have a long-term health condition, far above the national figure. This includes 13.9% with a mental health condition and 10.3% who need help with daily activities.
Community spirit is high, with 21.3% of people volunteering, well above the national average. A high proportion of residents also provide unpaid care or perform significant amounts of housework.
Families are the norm, and homes are generally larger than in other areas, with 2.5 people per dwelling. Very few people live alone compared to the state average.
Every single home is a separate house, and 96.2% have three or more bedrooms. While 39.4% of homes are owned outright, more than half are held with a mortgage.
The community is heavily reliant on cars, as 0.0% of residents commute using public transport. However, 37.4% of people work from home, which is far above the national figure.
Linden is a stable community where few people have moved in the last five years. Despite this, recent arrivals from overseas have increased to 8.9%.
The area has a very strong job market with 0.0% unemployment. Full-time employment is much higher than most areas, with many residents working as professionals in health or public administration.
While nearly everyone lives within a short walk of a park or public transport, the area is mostly car-dependent. There are no grocery stores, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.