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4009, QLD

6 km²

A stark contrast to national trends defines postcode 4009, where a tiny population of just 11 people lives in an area of high overall advantage. While the community is small and sparsely populated, it is exceptionally well-connected to the city with a very short 10-minute drive. The area is marked by a unique mix of high social standing and very low typical incomes, creating a distinctive pocket within Greater Brisbane.

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The population is very small with only 11 residents. The typical age is 38, which is about the same as the Queensland and national figures.

The most common country of birth is Australia at 55%, ahead of England (0%).

The most common language used at home is English only at 45%, ahead of Mandarin (0%).

The most common religious affiliation is Christianity at 27%, ahead of No religion (0%).

There are no schools within 3 km, a figure that is smaller than about 84% of similar areas.

Incomes are very low here, with a typical household earning $824 a week, which is far below the national figure of $1,746. Personal income also fell by $176 since 2011 to a typical $724 per week.

The most common long-term health conditions reported is Diabetes at 45%, ahead of Arthritis (0%).

Homes here are smaller than usual, with only 1.8 people per home, which is well below the Queensland and Australian average of 2.5.

Rent is much higher than most areas at a typical $450 per week. This is a little above the national figure of $375.

Public transport is a major feature, with 24 stops and a 3-minute walk to the nearest one. Residents rely entirely on buses, and the number of weekly departures per 1,000 people is far above the state average.

The most common industries people work in is Agriculture, forestry & fishing at 0%, ahead of Mining (0%).

Despite the low incomes reported, the area has the highest possible score for overall advantage and job skills. This creates a strange gap where access to resources is rated lower than 70% of other areas, yet the overall advantage remains very high.

The area is somewhat walkable, with 90% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport, which is far above the state average. However, access to health services is very poor, with only 5.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk.

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