4067, QLD

The population is far younger than the national figure, with 38.1% of people aged between 15 and 24. Children under 15 and seniors over 65 are both well below the state and national averages, and the total population grew by 34% since 2011.

This is a diverse area where 40.9% of people were born overseas, a figure far above the national average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian and Chinese.

Reflecting its international makeup, 32% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is well above the national figure. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.

Nearly half of the population (48.6%) report having no religion, a figure well above the national average. This trend has risen by 16 points since 2011.

The community is exceptionally well qualified, with 46.6% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national average. Almost 90% of residents completed Year 12, which is also much higher than typical for Australia.

Typical family income is a little above the national figure at $2,389 per week, and 24.1% of households earn over $3,000 weekly. However, typical personal income is well below the national average at $548 per week.

Residents are generally healthier than the national average, with far fewer people reporting long-term health conditions. Only 2% of people need help with daily activities, which is well below the national figure.

Volunteer rates are far above the national average at 24.2%. Conversely, the proportion of people providing unpaid care for children or doing housework is far below national levels.

Family sizes are typical for Australia, with 2.4 people per home. About a quarter of all households consist of a single person living alone.

Renters make up 53.1% of the area, far above the national average, while flats and apartments are the most common home type. Weekly rent is a little above the national figure at $410.

Working from home is very common here at 26.5%, far above the national average. The area is well-serviced by public transport, and 12.9% of homes do not own a car, which is well above the national figure.

The population is highly mobile, with 71% of residents having moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a huge portion of the community at 41.7%.

The area has a high unemployment rate of 10.8%, which is well above the national figure. Many residents work in education, professional, or health care roles.

The area is ranked among the most advantaged in the country for education and job skills, and has a very high overall advantage score compared to most other areas.

This is a very walkable community, with 100% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Most residents can also reach groceries and health services within 15 minutes on foot.