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Bridgeman Downs
9 km²
A high proportion of residents have moved into Bridgeman Downs in the last five years, contributing to its growth as a wealthy professional hub. The community is defined by large family homes and a highly educated workforce, with many residents earning well above the national figure. It is a diverse area where overseas birthplaces and multiple languages are common, yet it remains focused on traditional family structures. This is a prosperous, academic-leaning suburb that blends international backgrounds with a strong preference for detached housing.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
25 schools within reach make Bridgeman Downs convenient for families.
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The area has a large population of over 10,900 people and is slightly older than the national typical age of 38. It is primarily made up of married couples, and children under 15 make up 19.3% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas.
International backgrounds are very common here, with 33.2% of people born overseas—a figure far above the Queensland average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries, while India is a notable birthplace for 6.1% of residents.
Multilingualism is a key feature, as 25.6% of people use a language other than English at home, which is well above the national figure. While English remains dominant, Mandarin and Hindi are the most frequent other languages spoken.
Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 55.7% of people identifying as Christian. Conversely, the 28.6% of residents with no religion is far below the figures seen across Queensland and Australia.
The community is highly qualified, with 38.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher—far above the national average. Schooling standards are also high, and 75.9% of residents have completed Year 12.
Wealth is a striking characteristic, with 45% of households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical weekly family income of $3,071 is well above the national figure of $2,120.
Residents generally report better health than most other areas, with lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health issues. Only 3.7% of people need help with daily activities.
Caring for children is a major part of local life, as 32% of people provide unpaid childcare, which is well above the national average. There is also a higher-than-usual number of people who have served in the Defence Force.
The First Nations population is small, numbering 93 people. This group is generally younger than the state average, with a high Year 12 completion rate of 81.4% and incomes that are far above national figures.
Family living is the norm, with 68.1% of homes consisting of couples with children. Because of this, homes are larger than usual, with 3.0 people per household compared to the national figure of 2.5.
The suburb is dominated by large separate houses, 96.6% of which have three or more bedrooms. While 37.4% are owned outright, those with mortgages pay a typical monthly payment of $2,500, which is much higher than most areas.
Most people drive to work, but 20.8% work from home, which is well above the state average. While the suburb has a high number of public transport stops, the transit time to the city is longer than in most areas.
The area is quite dynamic, with 45.2% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 10.2% of the population, though this is lower than the Queensland average.
Employment rates are high, with 69% of adults working or looking for work. The workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many employed in health care and social assistance.
While almost everyone lives within a short walk of a park, the area is not very walkable for daily needs. Only 24.2% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, which is far below the state average.