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Burleigh Heads
10 km²
High-density living and a walkable urban layout define Burleigh Heads, where apartments are far more common than detached houses. It is a mature community with a typical resident aged 42, and a significant population of seniors. This is a relatively affluent area with high education levels and strong incomes, though it is also a popular spot for recent arrivals from overseas. Its unique character blends a professional workforce with a relaxed, coastal lifestyle.
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The community is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with 21.7% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up just 13.1% of the population, which is well below the national average.
Born overseas makes up 21.4% of the population, a figure much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
English is the main language for 83.9% of residents, and the 7.3% who use another language at home is higher than in most similar areas, though still well below the state average.
A large number of residents report no religion (44.5%), which is well above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 42.6%.
The area is highly qualified, with 26.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the Queensland average and much higher than most similar areas.
Typical weekly incomes are higher than most similar areas, with the typical personal income sitting at $889. About 21.7% of households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Residents generally report better health than most similar areas, with 25.7% having a long-term health condition, which is well below the state figure.
Participation in unpaid work is much lower than most areas, with fewer people providing unpaid care or volunteering compared to the state and national averages.
The First Nations community is notably older and more affluent than the national average, with a typical personal income of $711 and a Year 12 completion rate of 54.7%.
Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.2 people per home. This is consistent with the 30.8% of people who live alone, a figure well above the national average.
Apartments are the dominant housing type (46.7%), and detached houses are far less common than in the rest of the state. Rent is very high, with a typical weekly cost of $480.
Public transport use is much higher than in similar areas, supported by a high number of bus departures. About 16.7% of the workforce works from home.
The area is very dynamic, with 45.8% of people moving in the last five years. This high turnover is matched by a large number of recent overseas arrivals (14.4%).
Professionals and managers make up the largest share of the workforce. Full-time employment (54.0%) is well below the national and state figures.
This is a very walkable area where 87.3% of homes can reach a variety of amenities within 15 minutes. Most residents live within a short walk of parks, groceries, and public transport.