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Ryan
368 km²
Daily life in Ryan is defined by high walkability and a strong connection to local services. This is a well-off professional community where the typical resident is just 36, making it a little younger than the national figure. The area is marked by a highly educated workforce and high incomes, which helps explain the expensive housing and high mortgage payments. It is a growing part of Brisbane that attracts many overseas arrivals and young families.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
49 schools within reach make Ryan convenient for families.
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The population grew 11% since 2011 to reach 163,797 people. It is a relatively young community, with a typical age of 36 and a higher proportion of children under 15 than most similar areas.
People born overseas make up 29.5% of the population, which is well above the Queensland figure. English and Australian ancestries are most common, though there is a notable Chinese heritage presence.
About 17.7% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure that rose 4.3 points since 2011. English remains dominant, followed by Mandarin, Cantonese, and Hindi.
A large number of residents report no religion, at 45.7%, which is well above the national figure. This sentiment has grown significantly, rising 18 points since 2011.
This is one of the most qualified areas at its level, with 46.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. A far higher proportion of residents completed Year 12 compared to the state and national averages.
Household incomes are much higher than in most areas, with a typical weekly family income of $2,867. This wealth is reflected in the 35.6% of households earning $3,000 or more per week.
Residents are generally healthier than average, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions and far fewer people needing help with daily activities than most areas.
Volunteerism is very high at 20.2%, well above the national figure. Many residents provide unpaid care, particularly for children, which is more common here than in most areas.
Families with children are common, and people per home is higher than most areas. Conversely, the proportion of people living alone is much lower than the national average.
Housing is expensive, with typical weekly rents at $420 and monthly mortgage payments of $2,200, both of which are much higher than most areas. Detached houses are less common here than across the state.
Working from home is very popular, with 27.8% of the workforce doing so. While most still drive, public transport use for commuting is well above the national figure.
The community is quite mobile, as 48% of people moved within the last five years. This is well above the national figure and consistent with the high number of recent overseas arrivals.
Working or looking for work is much more common here than in most areas. Professionals and managers make up the bulk of the workforce, with health and professional services being the top industries.
The area is very walkable, with a score of 6.9. Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, groceries, and health services, far exceeding state averages.