The area of Gilmore is very 'traditional', with 77% of the population coming from Anglo-saxon backgrounds. Of the rest there approximately two percent each of Italian, Spanish, Lebanese, Vietnamese and Serbian background. The area is predominately Christian, with 76.5% of the population. There is 3% Muslim and 10% no religion.

Gilmore could be described as classic 'mortgage belt'. There are separate, medium sized houses, with occupants earning a range of incomes from high to low. Most dwellings are 3 bedroom (64%) with 2-4 persons resident. The majority are separate houses (97%). The area includes 13.4% Housing Commission dwellings, and an average number of sole parents (12.8%). 88% of dwellings house families.

Families
Sole parent 12.8%
Two Parent 65.4%
Couples without children 20%

Home Ownership
Owned 11.5%
Mortgage 60.37%
Rental 24.7% (includes 13.4% Housing Commission)