Chelmer

The community is notably family-oriented, with children under 15 making up 22.1% of the population, which is well above the national figure. While the typical resident is 41, the area has a lower proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to most similar areas.

Born overseas, 25.2% of residents come from other countries, which is a little above the Queensland average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries reported.

English is the primary language for 83.3% of the community, though 12.7% of people use another language at home. This is much higher than most similar areas, but well below the national average.

About 50.9% of residents identify as Christian, while 41.2% report having no religion, a figure that is about the same as the Queensland average.

Educational attainment is exceptionally high, with 51.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. Most residents have completed Year 12, and the area is noted for having highly advantaged schools.

Wealth is a defining feature here, as the typical family income of $3,900 per week is far above the national figure. Over half of all households earn $3,000 or more each week.

Residents are generally healthier than those in most similar areas, with 25.6% reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the Queensland average.

Volunteering is common, with 23.7% of people giving their time, well above the state and national figures. This community spirit extends to the home, where 32.3% of people provide unpaid childcare.

There are 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This small group is noticeably older than the state average, and their personal income is far above the national figure.

Family living is the norm, with 72.3% of households consisting of couples with children. Consequently, homes are larger than usual, typically holding 3.0 people.

The area is dominated by large homes, with 90.6% having three or more bedrooms and 94.5% being separate houses. Rent is well above the national average, while 38.4% of homes are owned outright.

Working from home is very common here, with 33.1% of people doing so, far above the national average. The area is also highly connected, with a typical 10-minute drive to the city and a short 2-minute walk to the nearest transit stop.

The community is quite mobile, as 42.3% of residents moved in the last five years. This includes a high number of recent overseas arrivals, at 15.4% of the population.

Professionals make up 42% of the workforce, and those working or looking for work are more common here than in most similar areas. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, slightly below the national figure.

The area is very walkable, with nearly every home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or public transport. This high level of accessibility is reflected in a walkability score that is well above the Queensland average.