4101, QLD

The area is noticeably younger than the national figure, with children and seniors both well below state and national averages. About 19.1% of residents are in de facto relationships, a figure that rose 4.7 points since 2011.

Birthplace diversity is very high, with 42.0% of people born overseas—far above the national figure of 27.7%. This has risen 5.0 points since 2011, with Chinese, English, and Indian birthplaces being common.

Language diversity is striking, as 32.5% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is far above the national average. Mandarin is the most common non-English language at 8.6%.

A majority of people—53.0%—report having no religion, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%. This trend has grown significantly, rising 19 points since 2011.

Education levels are among the highest in the country, with 48.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This helps explain why 79.8% of residents have completed Year 12, far exceeding the state average.

Typical weekly household income is $1,973, which is a little above the national figure. High earners are common here, with 18.8% of people earning $2,000 or more a week.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with long-term health conditions affecting only 21.0% of people, which is well below the national figure. Only 2.7% of people need help with daily activities.

Unpaid care for children and housework is much lower than in most areas. However, volunteering is a little above the national figure, though it fell 5.5 points since 2011.

Living arrangements are distinct, as 35.7% of people live alone—far above the national average. Because of this and the young population, homes are smaller, with only 2.1 people per household.

Rentals dominate the market at 61.6%, far above the national figure. Apartments make up 79.7% of homes, and the typical weekly rent of $450 is higher than the national average.

Public transport use is well above the national average, and 17.2% of homes have no car. This is supported by a 6-minute drive time to the city and 11.7% of workers walking to their jobs.

The community is highly mobile, with 69.1% of people moving in the last five years—far above the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals make up 33.4% of the population.

A high number of residents are working or looking for work, with 68.1% of adults employed. Professionals make up 40.6% of occupations, and 23.9% of people work from home.

The area is among the most advantaged in the country, scoring a 9 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is driven by a top score for education and job skills.

Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, health services, and public transport. The walkability score of 9.5 is far above the state average.