Capella

The population is noticeably younger than the state and national averages, with children under 15 making up 26.1% of residents. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 5.2% of the community, which is much higher than most similar areas.

Very few people were born overseas (5.4%), a figure far below the national average of 27.7%. Most residents claim Australian, English, Irish, or Scottish ancestry.

English is the primary language here, with only 2.1% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure of 22.3%.

About 45.5% of residents identify as Christian. The 34.9% who report no religion is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are much lower than most areas, with only 5.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Only 37.1% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national average of 58.8%.

Typical weekly personal income is $981, which is a little above the national figure. This is consistent with the fact that 14.3% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, a rate much higher than most similar areas.

Residents are generally healthier than those in other areas, with only 20.5% having a long-term health condition, compared to 27.7% nationally.

Childcare is a major focus here, as 30.8% of people provide unpaid care for children, which is well above the national figure. Volunteering is also common, with 20% of the community pitching in.

First Nations residents have a typical personal income of $825, which is well above the national figure. However, the unemployment rate for this group is 20.0%, much higher than most similar areas.

Couples with children make up 59.5% of families. People living alone are more common here than in most areas, accounting for 28.3% of households.

Renters are very common, making up 40.8% of households, which is far above the national average. Most people live in separate houses, and typical weekly rent is far below the national figure at $220.

The area is heavily reliant on cars, as 60.1% of people drive to work and there are no public transport stops. Only 5.3% of people work from home, which is far below the national average.

Movement into the area is high, with 39.6% of people having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals account for 34% of the population, which is far above the national figure.

Full-time employment is strong at 65.9%, well above the national average. The workforce is concentrated in mining, construction, and trades.

The town is quite walkable, with over 80% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and schools. This is far above the state averages for these amenities.