Rochedale South - Priestdale

The area is a little younger than the national average, with the typical resident aged 37. Children under 15 make up 21.1% of the population, which is much higher than most similar areas.

People born overseas make up 26.6% of the community, a figure that is well above the Queensland average and has risen since 2011. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

Language diversity is growing, with 18.3% of people using another language at home, well above the state average. However, this is still well below the national figure.

About 49.4% of residents identify as Christian, while 38.4% have no religion. The proportion of people with no religion has risen by 18 points since 2011.

The community is well-qualified, with 64.5% of residents having completed Year 12, which is well above the national figure. A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical household income is $1,931 a week, which is a little above the national figure. This has risen by $501 since 2011.

A little fewer people need help with daily activities here than in most areas, at 4.6%. About 28.6% of residents have a long-term health condition.

Unpaid care is very common, with 32.8% of people caring for children, a rate well above the national figure. About 15.3% of the community also volunteer.

First Nations residents here have a much higher Year 12 completion rate than the national average, at 61.1%. However, the unemployment rate for this group is a little above the national figure.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per home and a very low number of people living alone compared to most areas. Over 62% of households are couples with children.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 88.4% of homes being detached. Large homes are the norm, as 90.4% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms.

Cars are the primary way to get around, and very few homes have no motor vehicle. While public transport stops are more numerous than in most areas, only 3.5% of people use it to commute.

The community is relatively stable, with fewer people moving house in the last five years compared to most areas. Recent overseas arrivals have also fallen since 2011.

A higher proportion of adults are working or looking for work than in most similar areas. Health care, education, and construction are the most common industries.

The area has a higher overall advantage score than most similar areas. It is also home to more businesses than about 62% of similar places.

The area receives far more annual rainfall than the Queensland average. Its average maximum temperature is also much higher than in most similar areas.

The suburb is very walkable, with a score well above the state average. Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and schools.