Columbia

The community is older than the state and national averages, though it has a higher proportion of children under 15 than most similar areas. De facto relationships are far more common here than across Australia, and there is a very low Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population.

Australia is the birthplace for 82.5% of residents, and the proportion of people born overseas is much lower than in most other areas. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.

English is the sole language spoken in the home here, with no one using another language or speaking little to no English, which is far below the national figure.

Christianity is the primary faith for 59.8% of residents. Those with no religion make up 28.9% of the population, a figure far below that of the state and nation.

Educational qualifications are lower than in most areas, with only 10.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure, and only 40.8% of residents have completed Year 12.

Typical household incomes are a little above the state and national figures, though typical personal weekly income is a little below. Most households earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week.

Residents are in better health than most, with a much lower rate of long-term health conditions and mental health issues than the state or national averages. No one reported needing help with daily activities.

This is a community where unpaid work is common, with far more people providing childcare and housework than in most areas. While a higher-than-average number of residents have served in the Defence Force, volunteering rates are much lower than the national figure.

The First Nations population is very small. Those who are identified are far older than the state and national typical ages, and they earn well above the national personal income figure.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.9 people per household. This is consistent with a high number of couples with children and a very low number of people living alone.

Every single home in Columbia is a separate detached house, and no one is renting. While 32.1% are owned outright, the area has far fewer homes with three or more bedrooms than the state average.

Every home has at least one motor vehicle, and most have two or more. While 7.3% of people use public transport to get to work—which is well above the national figure—no one works from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 31.1% of people moving in the last five years, a figure well below the national average.

Unemployment is much higher here than in most areas, at 8.7%. The workforce is spread across mining, education, and retail, with technicians and trades making up the largest group of workers.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no groceries, health services, or public transport stops within a 15-minute walk.