Fitzgibbon

Fitzgibbon is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with many more children and far fewer seniors. About 20.9% of residents are under 15, which is much higher than most similar areas.

The community is very diverse, with 42.7% of people born overseas, a figure far above the national average. Indian ancestry is particularly prominent at 11.9%.

Reflecting its diverse origins, 39.4% of residents use a language other than English at home, which is far above the Queensland figure. Punjabi and Hindi are the most common non-English languages spoken.

The area is less religious than most, with the proportion of people reporting no religion being well below the state and national figures. Hinduism is a significant faith here, accounting for 12.4% of the population.

Residents are highly qualified, with 33.6% holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the Queensland average. School completion is also very high, with 71.7% finishing Year 12.

Typical weekly incomes for individuals and families are higher than most areas, though the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more a week is well below the national figure.

The community generally enjoys good health, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions than most areas. Mental health conditions are reported by 9.1% of residents.

A high number of people provide unpaid care for children, which is well above the national average. Conversely, volunteering and general unpaid care are much lower than in similar areas.

First Nations residents in Fitzgibbon are noticeably older and have much higher Year 12 completion rates compared to the state and national averages.

The suburb has a high number of one-parent families and people living alone. While family sizes are typical, 28.5% of households consist of just one person.

Rental activity is much higher than in most areas, and the proportion of homes owned outright is far below the national figure. Most people live in separate houses, though they are typically smaller than those in other areas.

Public transport use for commuting is among the highest at this level. The area is well-served by 24 routes and 17 stops, though transit times to the city remain high.

The population is very mobile, with nearly half of all residents having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 13.7% of the community.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work, well above the national average. Many residents work in professional roles within health care, social assistance, and technical services.

The area is very walkable, with almost every home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or public transport. Access to groceries is also far above the state average.