Rockdale City Council

Rockdale City 2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Greater Sydney

community profile

Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/rockdale Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2 Population highlights 4 About the areas 6 Five year age groups 9 Ancestry 12 Birthplace 15 Year of arrival in Australia 17 Proficiency in English 19 Language spoken at home 22 Religion 25 Qualifications 27 Highest level of schooling 29 Education institution attending 32 Need for assistance 35 Employment status 38 Industry sectors of employment 41 Occupations of employment 44 Method of travel to work 47 Volunteer work 49 Unpaid care 51 Individual income 53 Household income 55 Households summary 57 Household size 60 Dwelling type 63 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65 Internet connection 67 Number of cars per household 69 Housing tenure 70 Housing loan repayments 72 Housing rental payments 74 SEIFA - disadvantage 78 About the community profile 79 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Rockdale City population for 2012. Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of Rockdale City. To provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for Rockdale City. See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to use each one.

Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Rockdale City

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 92,676 -- --

2002 92,847 +171 +0.18

2003 93,998 +1,151 +1.24

2004 94,749 +751 +0.80

2005 95,512 +763 +0.81

2006 96,334 +822 +0.86

2007 97,999 +1,665 +1.73

2008 100,329 +2,330 +2.38

2009 102,038 +1,709 +1.70

2010 102,928 +890 +0.87

2011 102,843 -85 -0.08

2012 104,529 +1,686 +1.64

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id The population experts

Page 3 of 81 Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by .id the population experts Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by .id the population experts

Page 4 of 81 Population highlights 2011 Rockdale City Greater Sydney New South Wales Australia

38 37 Median age 36 36

Median weekly $1,447 household $1,276 income $1,237 $1,234

35% Couples with 33% children 32% 31%

9% 9% Older couples 8% without children 8%

Medium and high density 51% Housing 40% 31% 25%

Households 33% 32% 33% with a 29% mortgage

Median weekly $370 rent $351 $300 $285

Households 30% 30% renting 29% 29%

Non-English speaking 39% backgrounds 26% 19% 16%

University 5% 5% attendance 4% 4%

24% Bachelor or 21% Higher degree 20% 19%

15% 18% 18% Vocational 14%

Public transport 27% (to work) 20% 14% 10%

Page 5 of 81 Unemployment 6% 6% 6% 6%

SEIFA index of 1011 996 1002 disadvantage 991 2011

Page 6 of 81 About the area Location and boundaries Rockdale City is located in Sydney's southern suburbs - about 12 kilometres from the Sydney GPO. Rockdale City is bounded by Wolli Creek, the Cooks River, Canterbury City and the Marrickville Council area in the north, Botany Bay and the City of Botany Bay in the east, the Georges River in the south and Kogarah City and Hurstville City in the west.

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 97,340 2,823 34.48 2011 Usual residents hectares (28 Km2) persons per hectare

Rockdale City

Legend Suburbs Rockdale City

Page 7 of 81 Settlement history European settlement dates from 1804 when the first land grants were made, with land being used mainly for farming. Growth was minimal until the 1880s when the Illawarra railway line was extended, making the area more accessible. Many large homes were built by wealthy people in the late 1800s, especially in the northern areas closest to Sydney and the eastern areas closest to the beach. Some growth occurred in the inter-war period, spurred by the extension of the East Hills railway line to Kingsgrove in 1931. The most significant growth occurred during the post-war years, especially in the southern part of the City. In the 1950s and 1960s there was a surge in the building of medium- density housing and the City became a popular area for migrant families to settle. In more recent years tourism around the beach areas and high density housing in previously industrial areas has fuelled growth, with an increase in population from 84,000 in 1996 to 97,000 in 2011. The population is expected to continue to increase, with many areas located around the City's public transport routes, such as Wolli Creek and Arncliffe, being redeveloped from industrial land use to mixed use developments. Land use Land use Rockdale City is predominantly a residential area, but also has substantial industrial areas, parklands/reserves and some commercial areas. The City encompasses a total land area of about 28 square kilometres. Transport Rockdale City is served by the Princes Highway, the South Western Motorway (M5) and the Illawarra and East Hills railway lines, with stations at Arncliffe, Banksia, Bardwell Park, Bexley North, Carlton, Kogarah, Rockdale, Turrella and Wolli Creek. Major features Major features of the City include Sydney International Airport (Terminal 1), TAFE NSW Sydney Institute (St George College), Rockdale Plaza Shopping Centre, Bexley Swimming Centre, Bardwell Valley Golf Club, Bexley Golf Club, Kogarah Golf Club, Barton Park, Riverine Park, Scarborough Park, Brighton-Le-Sands Beach, Lady Robinsons Beach and Rockdale Wetlands and Recreation Corridor. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Rockdale area were the ‘Cadigal' Aboriginal people. Included areas Rockdale City includes the suburbs of Arncliffe, Banksia, Bardwell Park, Bardwell Valley, Bexley, Bexley North, Brighton-Le-Sands, Carlton (part), Dolls Point, Kingsgrove (part), Kogarah (part), Kyeemagh, Mascot (part), Monterey, Ramsgate (part), Ramsgate Beach, Rockdale, Sandringham, Sans Souci (part), Turrella and Wolli Creek.

Page 8 of 81 Five year age groups The Age Structure of Rockdale City provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Rockdale City's residential role and function and how it is likely to change in the future. Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which enables direct comparison between each group. To get a more complete picture Rockdale City's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Age structure - Five year age groups

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups Greater Greater (years) Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 6,430 6.6 6.8 5,864 6.4 6.6 +566

5 to 9 5,377 5.5 6.3 5,284 5.7 6.5 +93

10 to 14 5,128 5.3 6.1 4,851 5.3 6.5 +277

15 to 19 5,026 5.2 6.3 4,836 5.2 6.6 +190

20 to 24 6,550 6.7 7.0 6,656 7.2 7.2 -106

25 to 29 8,793 9.0 7.8 7,671 8.3 7.4 +1,122

30 to 34 8,321 8.5 7.7 7,818 8.5 7.9 +503

35 to 39 7,682 7.9 7.6 7,086 7.7 7.7 +596

40 to 44 6,889 7.1 7.3 6,676 7.2 7.6 +213

45 to 49 6,443 6.6 7.0 5,984 6.5 7.2 +459

50 to 54 5,828 6.0 6.5 5,381 5.8 6.3 +447

55 to 59 5,165 5.3 5.7 5,322 5.8 5.8 -157

60 to 64 4,965 5.1 5.1 4,288 4.7 4.4 +677

65 to 69 3,836 3.9 3.8 3,712 4.0 3.4 +124

70 to 74 3,286 3.4 2.9 3,219 3.5 2.8 +67

75 to 79 2,840 2.9 2.3 2,853 3.1 2.5 -13

80 to 84 2,305 2.4 1.9 2,362 2.6 2.0 -57

85 and over 2,476 2.5 1.8 2,260 2.5 1.6 +216

Total 97,340 100.0 100.0 92,123 100.0 100.0 +5,217

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 9 of 81 Five year age structure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 10 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the five year age groups of Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a higher proportion of people in the older age groups (65+). Overall, 17.4% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 15.1% were aged 65 years and over, compared with 19.2% and 12.8% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between the age structure of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons aged 25 to 29 (9.0% compared to 7.8%) A larger percentage of persons aged 30 to 34 (8.5% compared to 7.7%) A larger percentage of persons aged 85 and over (2.5% compared to 1.8%) A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (2.9% compared to 2.3%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Rockdale City's population increased by 5,217 people (5.7%). This represents an average annual population change of 1.11% per year over the period. The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups: 25 to 29 (+1,122 persons) 60 to 64 (+677 persons) 35 to 39 (+596 persons) 0 to 4 (+566 persons)

Page 11 of 81 Ancestry Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations. Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in Rockdale City regardless of where they were born or what language they speak. Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more complete picture of Rockdale City's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Ancestry Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Australian 14,287 14.7 25.7 15,711 17.1 29.5 -1,424

English 13,957 14.3 25.8 13,143 14.3 24.6 +814

Chinese 11,487 11.8 8.2 9,448 10.3 7.1 +2,039

Greek 10,613 10.9 2.6 10,191 11.1 2.7 +422

Lebanese 7,040 7.2 3.2 6,433 7.0 3.1 +607

Macedonian 5,381 5.5 0.6 5,266 5.7 0.5 +115

Irish 4,932 5.1 8.3 4,896 5.3 7.9 +36

Italian 4,429 4.6 4.2 4,184 4.5 4.2 +245

Scottish 3,253 3.3 6.3 3,179 3.5 5.9 +74

Nepalese 2,136 2.2 0.4 453 0.5 0.1 +1,683

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Ancestry totals Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Not stated 7,513 7.7 7.0 9,750 10.6 9.1 -2,237

Total People 97,340 100.0 100.0 92,104 100.0 100.0 +5,236

Total responses 114,826 -- -- 108,240 -- -- +6,586

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 12 of 81 Ancestry, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 13 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Rockdale City in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (14,287 people or 14.7%) English (13,957 people or 14.3%) Chinese (11,487 people or 11.8%) Greek (10,613 people or 10.9%) Lebanese (7,040 people or 7.2%) In combination these five ancestries account for 57,384 responses in total, or 58.95% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of people with Greek ancestry (10.9% compared to 2.6%) A larger percentage of people with Macedonian ancestry (5.5% compared to 0.6%) A larger percentage of people with Lebanese ancestry (7.2% compared to 3.2%) A larger percentage of people with Chinese ancestry (11.8% compared to 8.2%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were: Chinese (+2,039 persons) Nepalese (+1,683 persons) Australian (-1,424 persons) English (+814 persons)

Page 14 of 81 Birthplace Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Rockdale City. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source countries for Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time. To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, Rockdale City's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Country of birth Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 China 6,163 6.3 3.4 5,062 5.5 2.6 +1,101

Greece 3,105 3.2 0.7 3,229 3.5 0.8 -124

Former Yugoslav Republic of 2,957 3.0 0.3 3,133 3.4 0.3 -176 Macedonia

Lebanon 2,877 3.0 1.3 2,868 3.1 1.3 +9

Nepal 2,088 2.1 0.3 443 0.5 0.1 +1,645

United Kingdom 1,858 1.9 4.1 1,906 2.1 4.3 -48

New Zealand 1,817 1.9 1.9 2,048 2.2 2.0 -231

Bangladesh 1,570 1.6 0.4 1,204 1.3 0.3 +366

Philippines 1,485 1.5 1.4 1,173 1.3 1.3 +312

Egypt 1,381 1.4 0.4 1,250 1.4 0.4 +131

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Birthplace Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 42,314 43.5 34.2 37,922 41.2 31.7 +4,392

Non-English speaking 37,737 38.8 26.3 33,222 36.1 23.9 +4,515 backgrounds

Main English speaking 4,577 4.7 7.9 4,700 5.1 7.8 -123 countries

Australia 48,404 49.7 59.9 45,811 49.7 60.4 +2,593

Not Stated 6,620 6.8 5.9 8,389 9.1 7.9 -1,769

Total Population 97,338 100.0 100.0 92,122 100.0 100.0 +5,216

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 15 of 81 Country of birth, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 16 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a larger proportion of people born overseas, as well as a larger proportion of people from a non-English speaking background. Overall, 43.5% of the population was born overseas, and 38.8% were from a non-English speaking background, compared with 34.2% and 26.3% respectively for Greater Sydney. The largest non-English speaking country of birth in Rockdale City was China, where 6.3% of the population, or 6,163 people, were born. The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of people born in China (6.3% compared to 3.4%) A larger percentage of people born in Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (3.0% compared to 0.3%) A larger percentage of people born in Greece (3.2% compared to 0.7%) A larger percentage of people born in Nepal (2.1% compared to 0.3%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 4,392 or 11.6%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 4,515 or 13.6%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: Nepal (+1,645 persons) China (+1,101 persons) Bangladesh (+366 persons) India (+337 persons)

Page 17 of 81 Year of arrival in Australia The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of Rockdale City in housing the overseas- born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment opportunities and pre-existing communities located in the area. Rockdale City's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data, is a good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Rockdale City 2011

Greater Year of arrival in Australia Number % Sydney 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 8,459 20.0 20.1

2001 to 2005 4,660 11.0 12.2

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 7,027 16.6 19.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 6,712 15.8 17.5

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 5,289 12.5 10.9

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 5,542 13.1 9.4

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 2,881 6.8 6.5

Not stated 1,826 4.3 4.1

Total 42,396 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Year of arrival in Australia, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 18 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a larger proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a similar proportion of recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011). Overall, 64.7% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 20.0% arrived during or after 2006, compared with 63.7% and 20.1% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between the year of arrival data of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (13.1% compared to 9.4%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 1971 and 1980 (12.5% compared to 10.9%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1991 and 2000 (16.6% compared to 19.4%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1981 and 1990 (15.8% compared to 17.5%)

Page 19 of 81 Proficiency in English Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry, Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects Rockdale City's ethnic composition and how long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater English proficiency Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 38,646 39.7 62.2 38,136 41.4 64.0 +510

Speaks another language, 44,117 45.3 26.7 38,588 41.9 23.7 +5,529 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 8,518 8.8 5.8 8,153 8.9 5.5 +365 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 6,058 6.2 5.4 7,247 7.9 6.8 -1,189

Total population 97,339 100.0 100.0 92,124 100.0 100.0 +5,215

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Proficiency in English, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 20 of 81 Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in those speaking: Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+5,529 persons) Speaks English only (+510 persons) Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+365 persons)

Page 21 of 81 Language spoken at home Rockdale City's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home other than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic groups and nationalities are retaining their language. Rockdale City's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the multicultural community.

Language spoken at home - ranked by size

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes Greater Greater English) Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Greek 8,914 9.2 1.8 8,702 9.4 1.9 +212

Arabic 8,774 9.0 4.1 8,316 9.0 3.9 +458

Mandarin 4,998 5.1 3.0 3,956 4.3 2.3 +1,042

Macedonian 4,886 5.0 0.4 5,001 5.4 0.5 -115

Cantonese 4,433 4.6 3.0 4,168 4.5 3.0 +265

Nepali 2,142 2.2 0.4 458 0.5 0.1 +1,684

Italian 2,048 2.1 1.6 2,214 2.4 1.7 -166

Spanish 1,997 2.1 1.1 1,784 1.9 1.1 +213

Bengali 1,723 1.8 0.5 1,232 1.3 0.3 +491

Filipino/Tagalog 1,285 1.3 1.2 1,019 1.1 1.1 +266

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Language summary Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 38,645 39.7 62.2 38,136 41.4 64.0 +509

Non-English total 52,897 54.3 32.5 46,973 51.0 29.2 +5,924

Not stated 5,795 6.0 5.3 7,013 7.6 6.8 -1,218

Total Population 97,337 100.0 100.0 92,122 100.0 100.0 +5,215

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 22 of 81 Language spoken at home, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 23 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who spoke English only, and a larger proportion of those speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English). Overall, 39.7% of the population spoke English only, and 54.3% spoke a non-English language, compared with 62.2% and 32.5% respectively for Greater Sydney. The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in Rockdale City was Greek, with 9.2% of the population, or 8,914 people speaking this language at home. The major differences between the languages spoken at home for the population of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney in 2011 were: A larger percentage speaking Greek at home (9.2% compared to 1.8%) A larger percentage speaking Arabic at home (9.0% compared to 4.1%) A larger percentage speaking Macedonian at home (5.0% compared to 0.4%) A larger percentage speaking Mandarin at home (5.1% compared to 3.0%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by 5,924 or 12.6%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 509 or 1.3%. The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were for those speaking: Nepali (+1,684 persons) Mandarin (+1,042 persons) Bengali (+491 persons) Arabic (+458 persons)

Page 24 of 81 Religion Rockdale City's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief systems. Rockdale City's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as Country of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religions - ranked by size

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Religion Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Western (Roman) Catholic 22,364 23.0 27.5 21,966 23.8 28.3 +398

Greek Orthodox 11,337 11.6 2.7 11,024 12.0 2.9 +313

Islam 10,324 10.6 4.7 8,896 9.7 3.9 +1,428

Anglican 8,335 8.6 16.1 9,491 10.3 17.9 -1,156

Macedonian Orthodox 3,901 4.0 0.4 3,600 3.9 0.3 +301

Buddhism 3,850 4.0 4.1 2,826 3.1 3.7 +1,024

Hinduism 3,435 3.5 2.6 1,551 1.7 1.7 +1,884

Other Eastern Orthodox 1,768 1.8 0.6 2,043 2.2 0.6 -275

Uniting Church 1,631 1.7 2.8 1,953 2.1 3.4 -322

Presbyterian and Reformed 1,440 1.5 2.4 1,617 1.8 2.6 -177

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Religion totals Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Christian total 57,679 59.3 60.9 57,969 62.9 64.0 -290

Non Christian total 18,315 18.8 13.2 13,883 15.1 10.9 +4,432

Non-classifiable religious 411 0.4 0.6 316 0.3 0.6 +95 belief

No religion 13,381 13.7 17.6 10,356 11.2 14.1 +3,025

Not stated 7,554 7.8 7.6 9,599 10.4 10.4 -2,045

Total Population 97,340 100.0 100.0 92,123 100.0 100.0 +5,217

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 25 of 81 Religion, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 26 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no religion. Overall, 78.1% of the population nominated a religion, and 13.7% said they had no religion, compared with 74.1% and 17.6% respectively for Greater Sydney. The largest single religion in Rockdale City was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 23.0% of the population or 22,364 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage who nominated Greek Orthodox (11.6% compared to 2.7%) A larger percentage who nominated Islam (10.6% compared to 4.7%) A larger percentage who nominated Macedonian Orthodox (4.0% compared to 0.4%) A larger percentage who nominated Other Eastern Orthodox (1.8% compared to 0.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Hinduism (+1,884 persons) Islam (+1,428 persons) Anglican (-1,156 persons) Buddhism (+1,024 persons)

Page 27 of 81 Qualifications Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and Occupation, Rockdale City's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio- economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Highest qualification achieved

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Qualification level Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 17,259 21.5 24.1 13,074 17.2 20.0 +4,185

Advanced Diploma or 7,589 9.4 9.0 5,968 7.8 8.1 +1,621 Diploma

Vocational 11,178 13.9 15.1 10,453 13.7 14.9 +725

No qualification 34,520 42.9 40.5 34,580 45.4 42.7 -60

Not stated 9,864 12.3 11.3 12,049 15.8 14.3 -2,185

Total persons aged 15+ 80,410 100.0 100.0 76,124 100.0 100.0 +4,286

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Highest qualification achieved, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 28 of 81 Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a higher proportion of people with no formal qualifications. Overall, 44.8% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 42.9% had no qualifications, compared with 48.3% and 40.5% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (42.9% compared to 40.5%) A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (21.5% compared to 24.1%) A smaller percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (13.9% compared to 15.1%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Bachelor or Higher degrees (+4,185 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+1,621 persons) Vocational qualifications (+725 persons) No qualifications (-60 persons)

Page 29 of 81 Highest level of schooling Rockdale City's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators, such as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access services. Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.

Highest level of secondary schooling completed

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Level of schooling Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 5,725 7.1 4.8 6,336 8.3 5.6 -611

Year 9 or equivalent 3,689 4.6 5.5 3,901 5.1 6.0 -212

Year 10 or equivalent 13,391 16.7 19.6 14,082 18.5 21.5 -691

Year 11 or equivalent 3,756 4.7 5.3 3,759 4.9 5.5 -3

Year 12 or equivalent 44,649 55.5 55.0 36,922 48.5 49.1 +7,727

Did not go to school 1,513 1.9 1.3 1,726 2.3 1.4 -213

Not stated 7,689 9.6 8.5 9,394 12.3 10.8 -1,705

Total persons aged 15+ 80,412 100.0 100.0 76,120 100.0 100.0 +4,292

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Highest level of schooling completed, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 30 of 81 Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or less) and a similar proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent. Overall, 30.2% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 55.5% went on to complete Year 12 or equivalent, compared with 31.2% and 55.0% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (7.1% compared to 4.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (16.7% compared to 19.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Rockdale City, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+7,727 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (-691 persons) Year 8 or below (-611 persons) Did not go to school (-213 persons)

Page 31 of 81 Education institution attending The share of Rockdale City's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties. This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institute attending

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Type of institute Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 1,409 1.4 1.8 1,310 1.4 1.7 +99

Primary school 6,474 6.7 7.8 6,196 6.7 8.0 +278

Primary - Government 4,279 4.4 5.2 4,311 4.7 5.4 -32

Primary - Catholic 1,517 1.6 1.7 1,266 1.4 1.7 +251

Primary - Independent 678 0.7 1.0 619 0.7 1.0 +59

Secondary school 5,149 5.3 6.4 4,621 5.0 6.5 +528

Secondary - Government 3,172 3.3 3.6 2,891 3.1 3.7 +281

Secondary - Catholic 1,383 1.4 1.7 1,214 1.3 1.7 +169

Secondary - Independent 594 0.6 1.2 516 0.6 1.2 +78

TAFE 2,451 2.5 2.4 2,548 2.8 2.5 -97

University 4,975 5.1 5.2 4,006 4.3 4.4 +969

Other 1,047 1.1 0.9 704 0.8 0.8 +343

Not attending 68,120 70.0 68.3 63,411 68.8 67.0 +4,709

Not stated 7,715 7.9 7.1 9,327 10.1 9.2 -1,612

Total 97,340 100.0 100.0 92,123 100.0 100.0 +5,217

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 32 of 81 Education institute attending, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 33 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion attending primary school, a lower proportion attending secondary school, and a similar proportion engaged in tertiary level education. Overall, 6.7% of the population were attending primary school, 5.3% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 7.6% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 7.8%, 6.4% and 7.6% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons not attending (70.0% compared to 68.3%) A smaller percentage of persons attending a Government secondary school (5.3% compared to 6.4%) A smaller percentage of persons attending a Government primary school (6.7% compared to 7.8%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Rockdale City's population aged 15 years and over increased by 5,217 people (+5.7%). This represents an average annual change of 1.11% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Rockdale City, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: University (+969 persons) Secondary school (+528 persons) Secondary - Government (+281 persons) Primary school (+278 persons)

Page 34 of 81 Need for assistance Rockdale City's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound disability. The information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional care and in the provision of information and support to carers. Rockdale City's disability statistics help in understanding the prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with a disability, how that support is provided. Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance with core activities

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age % of total age Greater % of total age Greater group (years) Number group Sydney Number group Sydney 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 67 1.0 0.9 40 0.7 0.8 +27

5 to 9 98 1.8 2.3 60 1.1 1.7 +38

10 to 19 154 1.5 1.9 109 1.1 1.4 +45

20 to 59 1,011 1.8 2.0 891 1.7 1.7 +120

60 to 64 354 7.1 6.2 242 5.6 5.2 +112

65 to 69 332 8.7 7.7 268 7.2 6.7 +64

70 to 74 456 13.9 11.4 370 11.5 10.3 +86

75 to 79 611 21.5 18.1 537 18.8 16.0 +74

80 to 84 726 31.5 27.7 656 27.8 27.1 +70

85 and over 1,301 52.5 48.4 1,133 50.1 46.6 +168

Total persons needing 5,110 5.2 4.4 4,306 4.7 3.8 +804 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age Greater Greater group (years) Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 5,110 5.2 4.4 4,306 4.7 3.8 +804 assistance

Total persons not needing 85,825 88.2 89.7 80,192 87.0 88.9 +5,633 assistance

Not stated 6,404 6.6 6.0 7,625 8.3 7.4 -1,221

Total population 97,339 100.0 100.0 92,123 100.0 100.0 +5,216

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 35 of 81 Need for assistance with core activities, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 36 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Rockdale City compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a higher proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 5.2% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 4.4% for Greater Sydney. The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons aged 85 and over (52.5% compared to 48.4%) A larger percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (31.5% compared to 27.7%) A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (21.5% compared to 18.1%) A larger percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (13.9% compared to 11.4%) Emerging groups The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in Rockdale City were in the age groups: 85 and over (+168 persons) 20 to 59 (+120 persons) 60 to 64 (+112 persons) 70 to 74 (+86 persons)

Page 37 of 81 Employment status Rockdale City's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or part- time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure, which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Employment status Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Employed 44,953 94.1 94.3 41,294 94.6 94.7 +3,659

Employed full-time 29,433 61.6 62.0 27,759 63.6 63.0 +1,674

Employed part-time 14,303 29.9 30.1 12,157 27.8 28.9 +2,146

Hours worked not stated 1,217 2.5 2.1 1,378 3.2 2.8 -161

Unemployed 2,823 5.9 5.7 2,371 5.4 5.3 +452

Looking for full-time work 1,655 3.5 3.3 1,419 3.2 3.3 +236

Looking for part-time work 1,168 2.4 2.4 952 2.2 2.1 +216

Total Labour Force 47,776 100.0 100.0 43,665 100.0 100.0 +4,111

Labour force status

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Labour force status Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 47,776 59.4 61.7 43,665 57.4 60.7 +4,111

Not in the labour force 27,295 33.9 32.4 26,056 34.2 31.8 +1,239

Labour force status not stated 5,340 6.6 5.9 6,400 8.4 7.6 -1,060

Total persons aged 15+ 80,411 100.0 100.0 76,121 100.0 100.0 +4,290

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 38 of 81 Employment status, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 39 of 81 Dominant groups The size of Rockdale City's labour force in 2011 was 47,776 persons, of which 14,303 were employed part-time and 29,433 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a similar proportion in employment, as well as a similar proportion unemployed. Overall, 94.1% of the labour force was employed (55.9% of the population aged 15+), and 5.9% unemployed (3.5% of the population aged 15+), compared with 94.3% and 5.7% respectively for Greater Sydney. The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995). Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in Rockdale City in 2011 shows that there was a lower proportion in the labour force (59.4%) compared with Greater Sydney (61.7%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Rockdale City showed an increase of 3,659 persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 452 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 4,111 persons, or 9.4%.

Page 40 of 81 Industry sectors of employment Rockdale City’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents as well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region. When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sector of employment

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Industry sector Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 34 0.1 0.4 49 0.1 0.4 -15 Fishing

Mining 45 0.1 0.2 25 0.1 0.2 +20

Manufacturing 3,173 7.1 8.5 3,419 8.3 9.7 -246

Electricity, Gas, Water and 301 0.7 0.9 304 0.7 0.8 -3 Waste Services

Construction 2,790 6.2 7.1 2,574 6.2 7.1 +216

Retail Trade 4,505 10.0 9.8 4,609 11.2 10.5 -104

Wholesale trade 2,165 4.8 5.3 2,209 5.3 5.6 -44

Accommodation and Food 3,885 8.6 6.2 3,361 8.1 6.0 +524 Services

Transport, Postal and 4,243 9.4 5.3 4,033 9.8 5.4 +210 Warehousing

Information Media and 1,104 2.5 3.0 1,083 2.6 3.0 +21 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 2,921 6.5 6.6 2,646 6.4 6.4 +275 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 786 1.7 1.8 719 1.7 1.9 +67 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 3,482 7.7 9.6 2,911 7.0 8.9 +571 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 1,965 4.4 3.5 1,680 4.1 3.4 +285 Services

Public Administration and 2,435 5.4 5.6 2,223 5.4 5.6 +212 Safety

Education and Training 2,610 5.8 7.6 2,197 5.3 7.2 +413

Health Care and Social 4,718 10.5 10.9 3,722 9.0 10.0 +996 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 654 1.5 1.6 573 1.4 1.4 +81

Other Services 1,732 3.9 3.7 1,649 4.0 3.7 +83

Inadequately described or 1,405 3.1 2.6 1,306 3.2 2.8 +99 not stated

Total employed persons 44,953 100.0 100.0 41,292 100.0 100.0 +3,661 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 41 of 81 Industry sector of employment, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 42 of 81 Change in industry sector of employment, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 43 of 81 Occupations of employment Rockdale City's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be within the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities available in the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with other indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for evaluating Rockdale City's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Occupation Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Managers 5,007 11.1 13.3 4,519 10.9 13.2 +488

Professionals 9,659 21.5 25.5 7,989 19.3 23.8 +1,670

Technicians and Trades 5,724 12.7 12.2 5,379 13.0 12.7 +345 Workers

Community and Personal 4,164 9.3 8.8 3,312 8.0 8.0 +852 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 7,702 17.1 16.2 7,378 17.9 16.7 +324 Workers

Sales Workers 4,391 9.8 9.0 4,343 10.5 9.5 +48

Machinery Operators And 3,036 6.8 5.7 3,089 7.5 6.0 -53 Drivers

Labourers 4,251 9.5 7.3 4,184 10.1 8.1 +67

Inadequately described 1,019 2.3 2.0 1,099 2.7 2.1 -80

Total employed persons 44,953 100.0 100.0 41,292 100.0 100.0 +3,661 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 44 of 81 Occupation of employment, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 45 of 81 Dominant groups An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Rockdale City in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Professionals (9,659 people or 21.5%) Clerical and Administrative Workers (7,702 people or 17.1%) Technicians and Trades Workers (5,724 people or 12.7%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 23,085 people in total or 51.4% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Greater Sydney employed 25.5% in Professionals; 16.2% in Clerical and Administrative Workers; and 12.2% in Technicians and Trades Workers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (9.5% compared to 7.3%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Machinery Operators And Drivers (6.8% compared to 5.7%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (21.5% compared to 25.5%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Managers (11.1% compared to 13.3%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Rockdale City increased by 3,661 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Rockdale City were for those employed as: Professionals (+1,670 persons) Community and Personal Service Workers (+852 persons) Managers (+488 persons) Technicians and Trades Workers (+345 persons)

Page 46 of 81 Method of travel to work Rockdale City's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There are a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of affordable and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the distance travelled to work. Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Main method of travel Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Train 11,110 24.7 13.8 9,012 21.9 12.3 +2,098

Bus 1,094 2.4 5.8 1,085 2.6 5.4 +9

Tram or Ferry 21 0.0 0.4 11 0.0 0.4 +10

Taxi 117 0.3 0.3 150 0.4 0.3 -33

Car - as driver 22,859 50.9 53.8 20,869 50.7 53.7 +1,990

Car - as passenger 2,048 4.6 4.5 2,293 5.6 5.3 -245

Truck 446 1.0 1.1 509 1.2 1.3 -63

Motorbike 206 0.5 0.6 143 0.3 0.5 +63

Bicycle 146 0.3 0.8 170 0.4 0.6 -24

Walked only 1,263 2.8 4.1 1,401 3.4 4.2 -138

Other 363 0.8 1.0 261 0.6 0.9 +102

Worked at home 1,088 2.4 4.0 950 2.3 3.9 +138

Did not go to work 3,379 7.5 8.5 3,397 8.2 9.5 -18

Not stated 760 1.7 1.5 937 2.3 1.9 -177

Total employed persons 44,900 100.0 100.0 41,188 100.0 100.0 +3,712 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 47 of 81 Method of travel to work, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 48 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 12,225 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Rockdale City, compared with 25,559 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, or truck). Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that 27.2% used public transport, while 56.9% used a private vehicle, compared with 20.0% and 60.0% respectively in Greater Sydney. The major differences between the method of travel to work of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of persons who travelled by train (24.7% compared to 13.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by bus (2.4% compared to 5.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (50.9% compared to 53.8%) A smaller percentage of persons who worked at home (2.4% compared to 4.0%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Rockdale City increased by 3,712 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Train (+2,098 persons) Car - as driver (+1,990 persons) Car - as passenger (-245 persons) Walked only (-138 persons)

Page 49 of 81 Volunteer work The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors impacting on the level of volunteering in Rockdale City include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Volunteer status Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 8,295 10.3 15.1 7,518 9.9 14.8 +777

Not a volunteer 64,563 80.3 76.5 59,894 78.7 74.6 +4,669

Volunteer work not stated 7,553 9.4 8.4 8,709 11.4 10.6 -1,156

Total persons aged 15+ 80,411 100.0 100.0 76,121 100.0 100.0 +4,290

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Voluntary work, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 50 of 81 Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011

Page 51 of 81 Unpaid care The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Rockdale City can be an important indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Assistance to a person with a disability, long term Greater Greater illness or old age Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Provided unpaid assistance 8,736 10.9 10.8 7,381 9.7 9.8 +1,355

No unpaid assistance 63,994 79.6 80.5 59,553 78.2 79.1 +4,441 provided

Not stated 7,680 9.6 8.7 9,187 12.1 11.1 -1,507

Total persons aged 15+ 80,410 100.0 100.0 76,121 100.0 100.0 +4,289

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Unpaid care, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 52 of 81 Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011

Page 53 of 81 Individual income Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio- economic status of Rockdale City. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications and type of employment. The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to Individual Income Quartiles.

Weekly individual gross income

Rockdale City 2011

Greater Weekly income Number % Sydney Negative Income/ Nil income 8,235 10.2 9.8

$1-$199 5,286 6.6 7.1

$200-$299 8,291 10.3 9.3

$300-$399 7,934 9.9 8.7

$400-$599 8,934 11.1 10.2

$600-$799 8,447 10.5 9.7

$800-$999 6,813 8.5 8.1

$1000-$1249 6,455 8.0 8.0

$1250-$1499 4,341 5.4 5.8

$1500-$1999 4,977 6.2 7.2

$2000 or more 3,722 4.6 8.2

Not stated 6,976 8.7 8.1

Total persons aged 15+ 80,411 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 54 of 81 Weekly individual gross income, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of individual income levels in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week). Overall, 10.8% of the population earned a high income, and 37.0% earned a low income, compared with 15.3% and 34.8% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between Rockdale City's individual incomes and Greater Sydney's individual incomes were: A larger percentage of persons who earned $300-$399 (9.9% compared to 8.7%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (10.3% compared to 9.3%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $400-$599 (11.1% compared to 10.2%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $600-$799 (10.5% compared to 9.7%)

Page 55 of 81 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Rockdale City's Household Income is one of the most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications and Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of Rockdale City. It is important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household Composition. The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to Household Income Quartiles.

Weekly household income

Rockdale City 2011

Greater Weekly income Number % Sydney Negative Income/Nil Income 668 1.9 1.6

$1-$199 599 1.7 1.5

$200-$299 872 2.5 2.5

$300-$399 2,011 5.8 5.1

$400-$599 2,984 8.6 7.6

$600-$799 2,747 7.9 7.1

$800-$999 2,646 7.6 6.8

$1000-$1249 2,809 8.1 7.3

$1250-$1499 2,550 7.3 6.8

$1500-$1999 4,185 12.1 11.3

$2000-$2499 3,021 8.7 8.4

$2500-$2999 2,557 7.4 9.5

$3000-$3499 1,593 4.6 5.7

$3500-$3999 767 2.2 2.9

$4000-$4999 667 1.9 2.8

$5000 or more 468 1.3 2.7

Not stated 3,552 10.2 10.5

Total households 34,696 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 56 of 81 Weekly household income, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of household income levels in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion of low income households (those earning less than $600 per week). Overall, 17.4% of the households earned a high income, and 20.6% were low income households, compared with 23.6% and 18.3% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences between the household incomes of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of households who earned $400-$599 (8.6% compared to 7.6%) A smaller percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (7.4% compared to 9.5%) A smaller percentage of households who earned $3000-$3499 (4.6% compared to 5.7%)

Page 57 of 81 Households summary Rockdale City's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It reveals the area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand for services and facilities as most are related to age and household types. To continue building the story, Rockdale City's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Household types

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Households by type Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 11,853 32.6 34.8 11,012 31.3 34.1 +841

Couples without children 8,351 23.0 22.6 7,874 22.3 22.0 +477

One parent families 3,863 10.6 10.8 3,528 10.0 10.6 +335

Other families 643 1.8 1.4 569 1.6 1.4 +74

Group household 1,502 4.1 4.1 1,510 4.3 3.9 -8

Lone person 8,197 22.5 21.5 8,382 23.8 21.6 -185

Other not classifiable 1,658 4.6 4.1 2,122 6.0 5.6 -464 household

Visitor only households 292 0.8 0.9 234 0.7 0.8 +58

Total households 36,359 100.0 100.0 35,231 100.0 100.0 +1,128

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Household types, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 58 of 81 Change in household types, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the household/family types in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a lower proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a similar proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 32.6% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 10.6% were one-parent families, compared with 34.8% and 10.8% respectively for Greater Sydney. There were a higher proportion of lone person households and a similar proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 22.5% compared to 21.5% in Greater Sydney while the proportion of couples without children was 23.0% compared to 22.6% in Greater Sydney. Emerging groups The number of households in Rockdale City increased by 1,128 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were: Couples with children (+841 households) Couples without children (+477 households) One parent families (+335 households) Lone person (-185 households)

Page 59 of 81 Household size The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with extended family members which significantly affects household size. Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size remained stable for the nation as a whole. An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young singles and couples to the area. For greater insight, Rockdale City's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually Greater Greater resident Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 1 person 8,196 23.8 22.6 8,377 25.5 23.1 -181

2 persons 10,593 30.8 30.7 10,399 31.6 31.2 +194

3 persons 6,271 18.2 17.2 5,684 17.3 16.9 +587

4 persons 5,496 16.0 17.5 4,882 14.9 17.2 +614

5 persons 2,397 7.0 7.8 2,194 6.7 7.8 +203

6 or more persons 1,454 4.2 4.2 1,337 4.1 3.9 +117

Total classifiable households 34,407 100.0 100.0 32,873 100.0 100.0 +1,534

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 60 of 81 Household size, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 61 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Rockdale City compared with Greater Sydney shows that there were a higher proportion of lone person households, and a lower proportion of larger households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 23.8% of lone person households, and 27.2% of larger households, compared with 22.6% and 29.5% respectively for Greater Sydney. The major differences in the household size for Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of households with 1 person usually resident (23.8% compared to 22.6%) A larger percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (18.2% compared to 17.2%) A smaller percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (16.0% compared to 17.5%) Emerging groups The number of households in Rockdale City increased by 1,534 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 persons (+614 households) 3 persons (+587 households) 5 persons (+203 households) 2 persons (+194 households)

Page 62 of 81 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Rockdale City's residential role and function. A greater concentration of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting. Larger, detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential built form often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around public transport nodes or employment centres. Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in Rockdale City.

Dwelling structure

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Dwelling type Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Separate house 18,664 48.1 58.9 18,402 48.4 60.9 +262

Medium density 7,314 18.8 19.7 7,970 21.0 19.1 -656

High density 12,387 31.9 20.7 11,309 29.8 19.2 +1,078

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 102 0.3 0.2 97 0.3 0.3 +5

Other 276 0.7 0.4 204 0.5 0.4 +72

Not stated 61 0.2 0.1 26 0.1 0.1 +35

Total Private Dwellings 38,804 100.0 100.0 38,008 100.0 100.0 +796

Dwelling type

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Dwelling type Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 36,358 93.6 92.9 35,229 92.6 92.4 +1,129

Unoccupied private 2,448 6.3 6.9 2,782 7.3 7.4 -334 dwellings

Non private dwellings 54 0.1 0.2 51 0.1 0.2 +3

Total Dwellings 38,860 100.0 100.0 38,062 100.0 100.0 +798

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 63 of 81 Dwelling structure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 64 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 18,664 separate houses in the area, 7,314 medium density dwellings, and 12,387 high density dwellings. Analysis of the types of dwellings in Rockdale City in 2011 shows that 48.1% of all dwellings were separate houses; 18.8% were medium density dwellings, and 31.9% were high density dwellings, compared with 58.9%, 19.7%, and 20.7% in the Greater Sydney respectively. In 2011, a total of 93.6% of the dwellings in Rockdale City were occupied on Census night, compared to 92.9% in Greater Sydney. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 6.3%, which is smaller compared to that found in Greater Sydney (6.9%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in Rockdale City increased by 798 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were: High density (+1,078 dwellings) Medium density (-656 dwellings) Separate house (+262 dwellings) Other (+72 dwellings)

Page 65 of 81 Number of bedrooms per dwelling The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type information, provides insight into the role Rockdale City plays in the housing market. For example, an area of high density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty nesters and some families. In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Number of bedrooms Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 1,878 5.2 7.3 1,683 4.8 6.6 +195

2 bedrooms 14,071 38.7 23.9 13,598 38.6 23.4 +473

3 bedrooms 12,211 33.6 35.2 11,906 33.8 36.3 +305

4 bedrooms 4,358 12.0 21.5 3,858 11.0 20.5 +500

5 bedrooms or more 1,415 3.9 6.2 1,179 3.3 5.6 +236

Not stated 2,423 6.7 5.9 3,007 8.5 7.7 -584

Total households 36,356 100.0 100.0 35,231 100.0 100.0 +1,125

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 66 of 81 Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a higher proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a lower proportion of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms. Overall, 43.9% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 15.9% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 31.2% and 27.7% for Greater Sydney respectively. The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (38.7% compared to 23.9%) A smaller percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (12.0% compared to 21.5%) A smaller percentage of 5 or more bedroom dwellings (3.9% compared to 6.2%) A smaller percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (5.2% compared to 7.3%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 bedrooms (+500 dwellings) 2 bedrooms (+473 dwellings) 3 bedrooms (+305 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+236 dwellings)

Page 67 of 81 Internet connection A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line. Internet connectivity in Rockdale City can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Connection type Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 26,225 72.1 76.5 19,844 56.3 62.1 +6,381

Broadband connection 24,127 66.4 70.6 13,873 39.4 45.0 +10,254

Dial-up connection 926 2.5 2.4 5,705 16.2 16.5 -4,779

Other connection 1,172 3.2 3.4 266 0.8 0.7 +906

No internet connection 7,099 19.5 15.9 11,858 33.7 29.0 -4,759

Not stated 3,034 8.3 7.6 3,529 10.0 8.9 -495

Total households 36,358 100.0 100.0 35,231 100.0 100.0 +1,127

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Type of internet connection, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 68 of 81 Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Rockdale City compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity. Overall 22.1% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 66.4% had broadband connectivity, compared with 18.3% and 70.6% respectively in Greater Sydney. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 6,381. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Rockdale City, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+10,254 households) Total internet connection (+6,381 households) Dial-up connection (-4,779 households)

Page 69 of 81 Number of cars per household The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The number of motor vehicles per household in Rockdale City quantifies access to private transport and will be influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Car ownership

Rockdale City 2011 2006 Change

Greater Greater Number of cars Number % Sydney Number % Sydney 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 4,760 13.1 11.8 5,150 14.6 12.6 -390

1 motor vehicle 15,316 42.1 36.8 14,809 42.0 36.4 +507

2 motor vehicles 9,934 27.3 31.4 8,730 24.8 30.2 +1,204

3 or more motor vehicles 3,494 9.6 13.0 2,992 8.5 11.5 +502

Not stated 2,855 7.9 7.1 3,550 10.1 9.3 -695

Total households 36,359 100.0 100.0 35,231 100.0 100.0 +1,128

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Car ownership, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 70 of 81 Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Rockdale City in 2011 compared to Greater Sydney shows that 79.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 13.1% did not, compared with 81.2% and 11.8% respectively in Greater Sydney. Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a larger proportion who owned just one car; a smaller proportion who owned two cars; and a smaller proportion who owned three cars or more. Overall, 42.1% of the households owned one car; 27.3% owned two cars; and 9.6% owned three cars or more, compared with 36.8%; 31.4% and 13.0% respectively for Greater Sydney. Emerging groups The largest changes in the household car ownership in Rockdale City between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 motor vehicles (+1,204 households) 1 motor vehicle (+507 households) 3 or more motor vehicles (+502 households) No motor vehicles (-390 households)

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Page 72 of 81 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Rockdale City, length of occupancy and the level of equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere. Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Monthly housing loan repayments

Rockdale City 2011

Greater Monthly repayment amount Number % Sydney Nil repayments 217 2.1 2.2

$1-$149 61 0.6 0.7

$150-$299 75 0.7 0.7

$300-$449 147 1.4 1.4

$450-$599 111 1.0 1.3

$600-$799 200 1.9 2.3

$800-$999 328 3.1 3.2

$1000-$1199 458 4.3 4.4

$1200-$1399 528 5.0 5.2

$1400-$1599 513 4.9 5.2

$1600-$1799 711 6.7 6.6

$1800-$1999 564 5.3 5.5

$2000-$2199 1,195 11.3 10.4

$2200-$2399 561 5.3 5.1

$2400-$2599 525 5.0 4.5

$2600-$2999 992 9.4 9.3

$3000-$3999 1,729 16.4 14.7

$4000-$4999 640 6.1 6.2

$5000 and over 435 4.1 5.9

Not stated 584 5.5 5.2

Total households with a mortgage 10,574 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 73 of 81 Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Rockdale City compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a similar proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or more), and a smaller proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month). Overall, 35.9% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 10.8% were paying low repayments, compared with 36.0% and 11.9% respectively in Greater Sydney. The major differences between the household loan repayments of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of $3000-$3999 (16.4% compared to 14.7%) A smaller percentage of $5000 and over (4.1% compared to 5.9%)

Page 74 of 81 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Rockdale City than mortgage repayments because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling. High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage, or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income households move by necessity for a lower cost of living. Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Weekly housing rental payments

Rockdale City 2011

Greater Weekly rental amount Number % Sydney Nil 335 3.1 2.4

$1 - $74 128 1.2 2.0

$75 - $99 291 2.7 4.5

$100 - $124 138 1.3 1.9

$125 - $149 136 1.2 2.5

$150 - $174 160 1.5 2.5

$175 - $199 126 1.2 2.0

$200 - $224 255 2.3 3.5

$225 - $249 162 1.5 2.4

$250 - $274 367 3.4 4.8

$275 - $299 356 3.3 4.0

$300 - $324 921 8.4 7.8

$325 - $349 632 5.8 4.5

$350 - $374 1,306 11.9 7.8

$375 - $399 735 6.7 4.6

$400 - $424 1,154 10.5 6.9

$425 - $449 480 4.4 3.0

$450 - $549 1,882 17.2 13.2

$550 - $649 599 5.5 7.1

$650 - $749 208 1.9 3.7

$750 - $849 91 0.8 2.1

$850 - $949 30 0.3 1.1

$950+ 69 0.6 2.2

Rent Not stated 387 3.5 3.6

Total households renting 10,948 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 75 of 81 Weekly housing rental payments, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Rockdale City compared to Greater Sydney shows that there was a larger proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), and a smaller proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week). Overall, 41.2% of households were paying high rental payments, and 9.4% were paying low payments, compared with 39.3% and 13.3% respectively in Greater Sydney. The major differences between the housing rental payments of Rockdale City and Greater Sydney were: A larger percentage of $350 - $374 (11.9% compared to 7.8%) A larger percentage of $450 - $549 (17.2% compared to 13.2%) A larger percentage of $400 - $424 (10.5% compared to 6.9%) A larger percentage of $375 - $399 (6.7% compared to 4.6%)

Page 76 of 81 SEIFA - disadvantage Rockdale City SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic disadvantage based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of disadvantage. The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment, high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced. A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index Ku-ring-gai (A) 1,120.7

Mosman (A) 1,110.7

Woollahra (A) 1,107.0

Lane Cove (A) 1,106.9

North Sydney (A) 1,104.8

The Hills Shire (A) 1,101.1

Manly (A) 1,099.4

Pittwater (A) 1,094.4

Hunters Hill (A) 1,092.2

Hornsby (A) 1,085.2

Willoughby (C) 1,083.5

Palerang (A) 1,081.7

Waverley (A) 1,079.6

Leichhardt (A) 1,078.9

Warringah (A) 1,077.3

Sutherland Shire (A) 1,074.6

Canada Bay (A) 1,067.0

Yass Valley (A) 1,060.6

Kiama (A) 1,054.6

Ryde (C) 1,050.4

Snowy River (A) 1,050.0

Camden (A) 1,047.1

Queanbeyan (C) 1,045.7

Randwick (C) 1,042.7

Conargo (A) 1,040.1

Blue Mountains (C) 1,038.6

Kogarah (C) 1,036.2

Wollondilly (A) 1,033.6

Wingecarribee (A) 1,023.8

Strathfield (A) 1,022.1

Unincorporated NSW 1,021.8 Page 77 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index Marrickville (A) 1,021.6

Hawkesbury (C) 1,020.3

Sydney (C) 1,019.9

Ashfield (A) 1,015.4

Singleton (A) 1,013.0

Hurstville (C) 1,006.9

Upper Lachlan Shire (A) 1,006.3

Gosford (C) 1,006.3

Cabonne (A) 1,000.3

Lockhart (A) 999.3

Jerilderie (A) 997.6

Wagga Wagga (C) 997.6

Penrith (C) 996.3

Burwood (A) 996.1

Lake Macquarie (C) 994.8

Newcastle (C) 993.9

Maitland (C) 992.8

Rockdale (C) 991.2

Bathurst Regional (A) 991.0

Cooma-Monaro (A) 990.6

Greater Hume Shire (A) 989.3

Ballina (A) 988.7

Dungog (A) 988.5

Murray (A) 987.7

Armidale Dumaresq (A) 986.9

Uralla (A) 984.7

Parramatta (C) 983.7

Blayney (A) 982.2

Upper Hunter Shire (A) 981.5

Port Stephens (A) 979.9

Wollongong (C) 979.6

Albury (C) 978.6

Dubbo (C) 977.0

Orange (C) 977.0

Byron (A) 976.6

Oberon (A) 975.9

Wakool (A) 975.7

Botany Bay (C) 975.7

Coolamon (A) 975.1

Bland (A) 974.5

Walcha (A) 973.9

Port Macquarie-Hastings (A) 968.9

Carrathool (A) 968.8 Page 78 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index Bega Valley (A) 968.7

Shellharbour (C) 968.6

Blacktown (C) 968.5

Muswellbrook (A) 968.2

Corowa Shire (A) 967.8

Holroyd (C) 965.6

Boorowa (A) 963.8

Griffith (C) 963.7

Gundagai (A) 961.6

Mid-Western Regional (A) 961.5

Tamworth Regional (A) 959.9

Tweed (A) 958.5

Coffs Harbour (C) 958.4

Wentworth (A) 957.4

Cobar (A) 956.7

Eurobodalla (A) 955.8

Temora (A) 955.6

Shoalhaven (C) 954.6

Leeton (A) 954.5

Tumbarumba (A) 954.3

Berrigan (A) 954.1

Narrabri (A) 953.4

Lismore (C) 952.7

Bombala (A) 952.5

Wyong (A) 951.7

Goulburn Mulwaree (A) 951.4

Tumut Shire (A) 951.3

Gloucester (A) 951.0

Liverpool (C) 951.0

Bellingen (A) 950.1

Young (A) 947.3

Forbes (A) 946.8

Gunnedah (A) 946.7

Balranald (A) 946.2

Bogan (A) 946.1

Weddin (A) 945.0

Campbelltown (C) 944.8

Parkes (A) 943.5

Harden (A) 941.9

Junee (A) 941.7

Deniliquin (A) 941.6

Cootamundra (A) 941.5

Warren (A) 941.2

Page 79 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in New South Wales

Local Government Area 2011 index Gwydir (A) 939.9

Lachlan (A) 938.1

Urana (A) 937.1

Cessnock (C) 936.4

Bourke (A) 932.6

Great Lakes (A) 932.3

Bankstown (C) 931.7

Guyra (A) 931.0

Murrumbidgee (A) 928.3

Cowra (A) 928.0

Hay (A) 927.0

Narromine (A) 926.6

Narrandera (A) 925.2

Lithgow (C) 924.2

Canterbury (C) 922.0

Glen Innes Severn (A) 921.8

Inverell (A) 921.4

Liverpool Plains (A) 921.3

Clarence Valley (A) 919.4

Auburn (C) 916.7

Tenterfield (A) 915.4

Moree Plains (A) 915.1

Greater Taree (C) 913.7

Warrumbungle Shire (A) 911.3

Gilgandra (A) 910.6

Kyogle (A) 907.1

Nambucca (A) 900.0

Broken Hill (C) 899.6

Richmond Valley (A) 899.5

Wellington (A) 893.2

Kempsey (A) 879.7

Coonamble (A) 879.6

Walgett (A) 856.2

Fairfield (C) 854.0

Central Darling (A) 824.4

Brewarrina (A) 788.4

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 80 of 81 About the community profile Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public. Rockdale City Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the City and its suburbs based on results from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual Estimated Resident Population (ERP). Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography Notes section. Results for Rockdale City include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income, qualifications, occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family structure, household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings people live in. The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to answer three important questions: 1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here? 2. How are they changing? 3. How do they compare to other areas? This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it changes. You can be confident about the quality of the information as it is derived from Australian Bureau of Statistics data, analysed and presented by population experts and funded by Rockdale City.

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