Dalrymple Heights

Residents are far older than the state and national average, though those aged 65 and over are much lower than in most similar areas. There are very few children under 15, and the community has a very low proportion of people in de facto relationships.

About 15.2% of people were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas but well below the Queensland average. The most common ancestries are Australian, English, and Irish.

English is the only language used at home, which is far below the national and state figures. No residents speak little or no English.

A large proportion of the community has no religion, at 47.8%, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 45.7%.

Qualifications are lower than the state and national average, with only 13.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. The most common qualifications are certificates III or IV.

Typical weekly incomes for families, households, and individuals are all far below the state and national figures. However, 21.1% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is among the highest for similar areas.

Residents report higher rates of long-term health conditions than most areas, including mental health issues, which are among the highest at this level. About 6.5% of people need help with daily activities.

A high number of residents provide unpaid care or do significant housework, both of which are far above the state and national figures. There is also a notably high rate of former Defence Force members at 10.3%.

The First Nations population is very small, with only a few people. Those who are identified are far older and have far higher personal incomes than the state and national averages.

Homes typically have 2.2 people, a little below the national figure. Couples with children make up the largest group of families at 45.9%.

Typical weekly rent is $200, which is far below the national figure. Home loan payments are about the same as the national average, and there are slightly more people per bedroom than usual.

Despite having no public transport stops in the area, 21.7% of workers use buses, and another 21.7% work from home. This is a high rate of bus use compared to the state average.

About 30.2% of people moved in the last five years, which is far below the national and state figures.

The unemployment rate is 17.4%, which is far above the national average. Many residents work in mining, retail, or agriculture, and managers are the most common occupation.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no grocery stores, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk. The terrain is also much steeper than the state average.