4153, QLD

The community is relatively young, with 19.8% of people being children under 15, which is a little above the national figure. While the typical resident is 39, the proportion of seniors has risen by 5.0 points since 2011 to reach 14.9%.

Born overseas, 25.6% of residents bring a global influence to the area, a figure that is a little above the Queensland average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, Irish, and Scottish.

Language diversity is high, with 19.5% of people using a language other than English at home, a figure that rose 4.1 points since 2011. This is well above the state average, though English remains the primary language for 77.4% of residents.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most similar areas, with 56.0% of people identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up 32.7% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

This is a highly qualified area, with 32.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, which is far above the state average. This educational trend is reflected in the workforce, where professional and management roles are most common.

Wealth is a standout feature, as typical household incomes are $2,431 a week, well above the national figure. About 37.1% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a significant increase of 18 points since 2011.

Health outcomes are generally positive, as the 25.6% of people with a long-term health condition is well below the state average. Only 4.5% of residents need help with daily activities.

Caregiving is a common part of life here, with 31.9% of people providing unpaid child care, which is well above the national figure. Unpaid housework is also more frequent than in most other areas.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.9 people per household, which is a little above the national average. This is consistent with the high proportion of couples with children, who make up 67.2% of families.

The area consists almost entirely of detached houses, with 96.4% of homes having three or more bedrooms. While 35.3% of homes are owned outright, typical weekly rents are $460, which is well above the state average.

Most residents rely on cars, with 46.6% of homes having two vehicles. However, working from home has become much more common, rising 14 points since 2011 to reach 19.5%.

The population is relatively stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is well below the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals have also fallen by 10 points since 2011.

A high number of adults are working or looking for work, at 69.0%, which is well above the national figure. Full-time employment is also more common than in most other areas.

The area is among the most advantaged in the region, scoring a 9 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is driven by exceptional access to resources and high levels of job skills.

While most homes are within a short walk of public transport and parks, the area lacks local schools and health services. This results in a walkability score that is slightly below the state average.