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Wyndham Harbour
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A rapid transformation has reshaped Wyndham Harbour, where the population grew by 55% between 2016 and 2021. This evolving community is now much younger than most areas, with a typical resident aged 36. It has become a hub for well-paid professionals and new arrivals, marked by a significant increase in overseas births and higher-than-average incomes. The area's character is shifting from a small settlement into a denser, more diverse residential pocket within Greater Melbourne.
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The community is notably young, with a typical age of 36 and far fewer seniors than the state average. While the number of children under 15 fell slightly since 2016, the population has expanded to 939 people.
Overseas births have risen sharply to 33.3%, which is well above the national figure. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Italian, and Scottish.
Reflecting the rise in overseas arrivals, 24.8% of residents now use a language other than English at home, a massive increase from just 1.3% in 2016.
Religious affiliation is higher than in most areas, with 47.6% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 26.4%, which is far below the national figure.
The area is well-qualified, with 56.4% of adults completing Year 12 and 24.1% holding a bachelor degree or higher. This high level of education is consistent with the high proportion of professional roles in the workforce.
Typical incomes are among the highest at this level, with families usually earning $2,469 a week. This is well above the national figure of $2,120.
Residents are generally healthy, with a long-term health condition rate of 22.2%, which is well below both the state and national figures.
Unpaid care and volunteering are much lower than in most areas. Only 8.4% of residents volunteer, a significant drop from 28.1% in 2016.
Living arrangements are unusual for the region, as 38.1% of people live alone—far above the national average. However, 60.5% of households are still couples with children.
The housing mix has shifted toward rentals, which now make up 47.9% of homes. Typical weekly rents are $351, and monthly mortgage payments are high at $2,300.
Most people drive to work, though 20.8% now work from home, a sharp increase from 2016. Only 0.6% use public transport for their commute.
The population is highly transient, with 72.3% of residents moving in the last five years. This is far above the national figure and is supported by a steady stream of recent overseas arrivals.
Working rates are strong, with 66.9% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is also well above the national average at 64.3%.
The area is very convenient for daily needs, with all homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries and parks. However, no homes are within walking distance of a school or health service.