Caboolture Hinterland

The typical resident is 41, which is noticeably older than the Queensland average of 38. First Nations people make up 6.0% of the population, a figure that has risen since 2011 and is much higher than most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 14.9% of the community, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the dominant language, with only 5.9% of people using another language at home, well below the state average of 13.2%. Very few people here speak little or no English.

About 38.6% of people report no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. This is a significant increase from 2011, when only 21.9% identified this way.

Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 11.1% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national average at 39.7%.

Typical weekly family income is $1,717, which is a little below the national figure of $2,120. However, the number of households earning $3,000 or more a week has risen by 11 points since 2011.

People needing help with daily activities make up 6.2% of the population. Long-term health conditions are reported at a rate of 27.4%, which is about the same as across Australia.

The area has a higher-than-average number of people doing 15 or more hours of unpaid housework weekly. Interestingly, 4.2% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is much higher than in most areas.

First Nations residents are noticeably older than those in the state average, with a typical age of 28. While their household income is a little above the national figure, Year 12 completion is far below at 24.2%.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.6 people per household. Only 21.3% of people live alone, which is well below the national average of 25.6%.

The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 97.3% of all dwellings. Home ownership is strong, with 38.3% of homes owned outright, and renting is far less common here than in the rest of the state.

Driving is essential, as 2.0% of homes have no motor vehicle—among the lowest for its level. There are no public transport stops or routes in the area, and the drive time to the city can take up to 130 minutes.

The community is relatively stable, as far fewer people have moved in the last five years compared to the state average. However, recent arrivals from overseas make up 18.9% of the population, which is well above the national figure.

Only 50.1% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far below the national average of 61.1%. The most common industries for workers are manufacturing and health care.

The population has continued to grow since 2021 by 12.7%, a rate that is well above the Queensland average of 8.7%.

The region is much wetter than the rest of Queensland, with an average annual rainfall of 916mm. Temperatures are generally cooler than the state average, with a typical maximum of 26.3 degrees.

The area is strictly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.3. Almost no one lives within a 10-minute walk of public transport, and only 18.8% are within a 15-minute walk of groceries.