What is the ancestry of most Australians?

Most Australians are of European descent, with the largest ancestry groups being English, Irish, Scottish, Italian, and German. However, Australia is a multicultural country and there are also significant populations of people with Asian, Middle Eastern, and Indigenous Australian heritage.

According to the 2021 Australian census, the most common ancestries in Australia were:

1. English (33.1%)

2. Australian (27.7%)

3. Irish (9.2%)

4. Scottish (8.9%)

5. Italian (5.7%)

6. German (5.3%)

7. Chinese (4.5%)

8. Indian (2.8%)

9. Filipino (1.9%)

10. Greek (1.8%)

These figures show that Australia is a diverse country with a rich mix of cultures. While the majority of Australians are of European descent, there is also a growing population of people from other parts of the world.