Townsville City - North Ward

The typical resident is 40, which is a little older than the national figure. While the population grew by 5.9% since 2011, children under 15 now make up only 10.7% of the community, a figure well below the national average.

About 23.9% of people were born overseas, a figure slightly above the state average. English is the most common ancestry at 37.2%, followed by Australian and Irish heritage.

English is the main language for 79.5% of the community. While 11.6% of people use another language at home, the proportion of those who speak little or no English is lower than most areas.

Religious views have shifted significantly since 2011, with the share of people reporting no religion rising by 16 points to 40.6%. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 45.2%.

This area is far more qualified than the state average, with 66.3% of residents completing Year 12. This is reflected in the workforce, where health and management degrees are most common.

Typical weekly personal income is $1,115, which is well above the national figure. High earners are common here, with 19.6% of people earning $2,000 or more a week.

Residents are generally healthier than those in other similar areas. Only 3.5% of people need help with daily activities, and the rate of long-term health conditions is lower than the state average.

Military service is a standout feature, as 8.1% of people served in the Defence Force, well above the national figure. Volunteering is also much more common here than in most other areas.

First Nations people make up 4.7% of the population. While Year 12 completion is far above the national average for this group, unemployment is among the highest at 20.3%.

Homes here are much smaller than usual, with a typical size of 1.9 people. This is driven by the fact that 43.1% of people live alone, far above the state and national figures.

The area is dominated by flats or apartments, which make up 60.8% of dwellings. Renting is very common, with 53.7% of households renting, far above the national average.

While most people drive to work, 8.1% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is higher than most areas. Public transport use is low, but the number of weekly bus departures is far above the state average.

This is a highly mobile community, with 56.5% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas also make up a much higher share of the population than in most areas.

Full-time employment is very high at 67.4%, well above the national figure. Many residents work as professionals or managers, particularly in health care and public administration.

The area is considered very advantaged overall. It ranks in the top 10% for education and job skills, though it ranks lower for general access to money and resources.

The area experiences much higher annual rainfall than the Queensland average. Minimum temperatures are also well above the state figure, making for mild nights.

The neighbourhood is very walkable, with 96.2% of homes having a '15-minute-city' walkshed. Residents have easy access to amenities, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park.