Cushnie

Residents are far older than the state and national average of 38 years. While 20.7% of the population are children under 15, a fifth of the community are seniors aged 65 and over.

Most people were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up only 9.0% of the population, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%. Filipino ancestry is the most common non-European heritage here at 6.2%.

English is the primary language for 87.6% of residents. Those who use another language at home make up 4.8% of the community, which is well below the state average of 13.2%.

Religious faith is common here, with 62.1% of people identifying as Christian. Those reporting no religion make up 26.9% of the population, a figure far below the national average of 38.9%.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 30.9% of residents completing Year 12 compared to 58.8% nationally. Only 9.4% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Incomes are well below the national figures, with the typical personal weekly income being just $496. Only 8.0% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the national average of 22.6%.

A higher than usual 9.0% of residents need help with daily activities, which is well above the national figure of 5.8%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common long-term health conditions reported.

The community has a high rate of unpaid care, with 15.4% of people providing such support. Additionally, 8.3% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is well above the national average.

First Nations people in Cushnie are noticeably older and earn more than those in the rest of the state, with a typical personal income of $900 per week.

Household sizes are typical for Australia at 2.5 people per home. However, a higher than usual 28.0% of people live alone.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 46.0% are owned outright, far above the national average of 31.0%. Most homes are large, with 92.0% having three or more bedrooms.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops or routes available. Every single home has at least one motor vehicle, and 40.0% have three vehicles.

About 33.8% of residents have moved house in the last five years, though this is well below the national average of 40.7%.

Working or looking for work is less common here than in the state, at 54.7%. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are major industries, and there is currently a 0.0% unemployment rate.

Cushnie is completely car-dependent, with no parks, schools, or shops within a 15-minute walk. Its walkability score is 0.0, far below the Queensland average of 5.0.