Brandy Hill

The community is older than most areas, with the typical resident being 48 and nearly 20% aged 65 or over. It is largely made up of married couples, and very few people live alone compared to the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with overseas heritage primarily cite English, Scottish, or Irish ancestry. Only 10.4% of the population was born overseas, which is far below the state and national figures.

English is the primary language for the vast majority, with only 3.5% of people using another tongue at home. This is far below the national average, although the proportion of people who speak little or no English is higher than in most similar areas.

About 61.3% of the population identifies as Christian. Those with no religion make up 34.9%, a figure that is a little above the state average but well below the national figure.

A higher number of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher compared to similar areas, though this is still well below the state average. Certificates III and IV are the most common highest qualifications.

Incomes are very high here; typical weekly household earnings are $2,384, which is well above both the state and national figures. Over 32% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a much higher rate than most areas.

There is a significantly higher rate of long-term health conditions here than in most areas, at 34.2%. This includes asthma and arthritis, while 5.5% of residents need help with daily activities.

Local residents are more likely to provide unpaid care and do housework than people in other areas. There is also a much higher rate of former Defence Force members compared to the state average.

First Nations people in the area are noticeably younger than those in the rest of the state, with a typical age of 18. They also show a strong cultural connection, with 15.4% speaking a First Nations language.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per home. The community is dominated by couples with children, and there are very few one-parent families compared to the national average.

Every single home is a separate house, and nearly all have three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is strong, with 46.3% owning their house outright, far above the national figure.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have multiple vehicles, and 24.6% of the workforce works from home.

About 32.7% of residents moved in the last five years, which is around the middle for its level. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 5.4% of the population, well below the national figure.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are healthcare, construction, and retail.

The area is completely car-dependent, with a walkability score of zero. There are no shops, schools, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.