Usap tayo: Would you consider living in a neighborhood that has a strong Filipino presence?

Aside from rent, distance, safety, and access to facilities, find out why some Filipinos consider their neighbourhood important when choosing a place to live.

Key Points

• The Filipino community ranks as the fifth largest migrant group in Australia.
• In the comments on the SBS Filipino Facebook post, some residents would prefer to live with many fellow Filipinos to bond, build a support network, attend gatherings, and remain connected to their culture.
• Meanwhile, some netizens mentioned they prefer to distance themselves from Filipino neighbors to avoid potential downsides, such as gossip, noise, and conflicts.