Dalma

The area is noticeably older than the national typical age of 38, with seniors making up 26.3% of the population. First Nations people represent 8.4% of the community, which is well above the state and national figures.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up just 3.2% of the population, which is far below the national figure.

English is the only language used at home, and no one in the community speaks little or no English, placing it far below the state and national averages for language diversity.

About 55.8% of residents identify as Christian, while those with no religion make up 33.7%, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%.

Educational qualifications are much lower than most areas, with only 3.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents hold a Certificate III or IV, often in agriculture and environment.

Incomes are high here; the typical household earns $2,374 a week, which is well above the Queensland figure of $1,675. About 20.3% of people earn $2,000 or more weekly, a much higher rate than the national average.

Mental health conditions are reported by 14.7% of residents, which is well above the national figure of 8.8%. Long-term health conditions are common, with arthritis being the most frequent.

Unpaid childcare is common, with 30.4% of people providing this care, well above the national figure. Additionally, 8.3% of residents have served in the Defence Force, among the highest rates for similar areas.

First Nations residents are far younger than the state average, with a typical age of just 7 years. Their typical personal income of $875 is far above the national figure.

Homes tend to be larger than usual, with 3.1 people per household. Most are couples with children, and very few people live alone compared to other areas.

Detached houses are the norm at 90%, and 43.3% of homes are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Renting is less common here than in most of the state.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. However, 21.7% of people work from home, which is well above the state average.

About 37.1% of the population moved in the last five years, a rate that is well below the national figure.

The local economy is tied to the land, with 37% of workers in agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Unemployment is nonexistent at 0.0%, far below the national rate.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or parks within a 15-minute walk.