4467, QLD

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 5.1% of the population, a figure that rose 3.6 points since 2016. The area is far older than most of Australia, with children under 15 making up only 12.1% of residents.

Most residents were born in Australia, and only 5.7% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the primary language, with only 1.9% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national average of 22.3%, and no one in the area speaks little or no English.

Christianity is the main religious affiliation at 58.0%. Those reporting no religion make up 24.8% of the population, which is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

About 16.5% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, though only 36.2% completed Year 12, which is far below the national figure of 58.8%.

Typical household income is $1,333 a week, well below the national figure of $1,746. However, the number of households earning $3,000 or more per week rose 14 points since 2016.

Long-term health conditions are reported by 22.9% of people, which is well below the national figure of 27.7%. Around 5.7% of residents need help with daily activities.

Volunteering is very common here, with 28.6% of people volunteering, far above the national figure of 14.1%. Conversely, far fewer people provide unpaid care for children compared to the rest of the state.

Families with children are common, making up 55.4% of households. Only 3.0% of families are one-parent households, which is far below the national figure of 14.1%.

Every single home is a separate house, and 49.1% are owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%. Rent is very low, with a typical weekly cost of $110.

The area is entirely car-dependent with no public transport stops, leading 42.7% of the workforce to work from home. Most homes have multiple vehicles, with 29.4% having four or more.

The community is very stable, with only 23.5% of people moving in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the main industries, employing 60.7% of the workforce. Full-time employment is very high at 78.7%, and the unemployment rate is 0.0%.

The area scores a 10 for access to money and resources, the highest possible level. Overall, it is more advantaged than about 70% of other areas.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.2. There are no grocery stores or health services within a 15-minute walk of any home.