Bakers Creek

The community is noticeably younger than the state average, with 20.8% of residents being children under 15. First Nations people make up 6.8% of the population, which is well above the national figure of 3.2%.

While 69.7% of residents were born in Australia, there is a significant Filipino presence, with 10.4% of the population claiming this ancestry. This is consistent with the 9.4% of residents born in the Philippines.

A variety of languages are spoken here, with 14.4% of people using a language other than English at home, including Tagalog (5.1%). This is much higher than in most similar areas, though English remains the primary language for 72.6% of residents.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in the rest of the country, as 33.6% of people report having no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%. Over half the population identifies as Christian.

Educational attainment is lower than the state average, with only 10.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far below the national figure, at 41.9%.

Incomes are a standout feature, with the typical household earning $2,161 a week, which is well above the Queensland figure. About a quarter of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a rate higher than most areas.

Residents are generally healthier than the state average; only 22.1% report a long-term health condition. This is well below the Queensland figure of 28.8%.

Unpaid care for children is more common here than in most areas (29.1%), while volunteering is among the lowest at this level, at just 8.2%.

The First Nations community is doing well compared to the nation, with an unemployment rate of 5.8% that is well below the Australian figure of 12.3%.

Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.8 people per dwelling. Couples with children make up 63.9% of families, which helps explain why households are larger than the national average.

The area is dominated by detached houses (91.7%), and 87% of homes have three or more bedrooms. However, typical weekly rents are a little above the national figure at $398.

Car use is essential, as 73.9% of people drive to work and very few (2.4%) work from home. While most homes have at least two vehicles, public transport use is very low.

The population is quite mobile, with 43.7% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas are also much more common here than in most similar areas, at 16.3%.

Employment is strong, with 65.7% of people working full-time, well above the national figure. Local jobs are concentrated in mining, health care, and construction.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or health services.