Brighton

The area is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 42. However, it has a higher proportion of children under 15 than most areas, and about 2.9% of the population are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people.

While 18.2% of people were born overseas, this is well below the Queensland and national figures. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, making up 45.4% and 37.5% of the population respectively.

English is the dominant language for 92.2% of residents. The proportion of people using another language at home is higher than in most similar areas, though it remains far below the national average.

A large portion of the community identifies as having no religion, at 46.2%. This is well above the figures for both Queensland and Australia, while 47.0% of residents identify as Christians.

Brighton is highly qualified, with 25.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and 61.2% having completed Year 12. Both figures are well above the state average.

Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with a typical weekly family income of $2,424. About 26.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is well above the national figure.

Mental health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 10.3% of residents. Other long-term health conditions, such as asthma and arthritis, are reported at rates similar to the state average.

Caregiving is a major part of local life, with a much higher proportion of people providing unpaid childcare than in most areas. Around 15.4% of residents are volunteers.

First Nations residents in Brighton are noticeably older and have higher income and Year 12 completion rates than those in the state or nation. The median personal income is $749, which is well above the national figure.

Families with children are common, making up 60.9% of households. Homes here tend to be larger than usual, with a typical size of 2.6 people per home.

The area is dominated by separate houses, which make up 90.0% of all dwellings. These are typically large, with 83.2% of homes having three or more bedrooms, and the typical weekly rent is a little above the state average at $400.

Public transport is highly accessible with 70 stops, and 19.2% of people work from home. While 55.1% of workers drive to work, the area has a much higher rate of public transport commuting than most similar places.

The community is relatively stable, as the 37.3% of people who moved in the last five years is well below the national average. Recent overseas arrivals make up 5.4% of the population.

Employment is strong here, with 66.1% of adults working or looking for work, which is well above the national figure. Many residents work as professionals or managers, particularly in health and education.

Brighton is very walkable, with a score of 7.6 and a high density of amenities. Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and health services.