4575, QLD

The typical resident is 43, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. Seniors make up 21.8% of the population, which is well above the national average and has risen since 2011.

About 19.8% of residents were born overseas, a figure that is higher than most similar areas, though it remains well below the national average. English and Australian ancestries are the most common.

English is the main language for 88.9% of the community. While the proportion of people using another language at home has risen to 6.1% since 2011, this is still far below the national figure.

A significant shift has occurred here, with those reporting no religion rising 21 points since 2011 to 46.2%. This is well above both the Queensland and national averages.

The community is well-qualified, with 23.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, a figure that rose 10 points since 2011. Most people who finished school completed Year 12.

Incomes have climbed steadily, and the typical weekly household income is now $1,696. The number of households earning $3,000 or more per week has risen 16 points since 2011.

About 6.3% of people need help with daily activities, which is higher than most similar areas. Long-term health conditions are reported at a rate of 29.4%, similar to the state average.

The area has a much higher proportion of Defence Force veterans than most similar places. However, the share of people who volunteer has fallen by 3.4 points since 2011.

Families with children are common, making up 52.7% of households. The typical home contains 2.5 people, which is about the same as the national average.

Renting is much more common here than in most similar areas, and typical weekly rents of $470 are well above the national figure. Detached houses are less common than elsewhere, falling to 67.4%.

Most people drive to work, and only 1% use public transport. Working from home has become more popular, rising 8.4 points since 2011 to 14.8%.

The area is very dynamic, with 50.1% of residents moving in the last five years—a rate well above the national average. Recent overseas arrivals make up 11.2% of the population.

Full-time employment at 54.2% is much lower than most similar areas. Many residents work in health care and social assistance or construction.

The community enjoys a high level of overall advantage, ranking better than about 80% of similar areas. This is supported by strong results in education and job skills.

This is a very walkable area, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park. Most residents can also easily walk to groceries and health services, far exceeding the state average.