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Frankfield
3,047 km²
A huge majority of the workforce here is employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, making Frankfield a primarily rural community. It is a remarkably young place, with a typical resident aged just 32 and children under 15 making up 24% of the population. This youthfulness is reflected in the high number of couples with children and larger-than-usual households. The area is mostly made up of detached houses and is almost entirely dependent on cars for transport.
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The community is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with few seniors and a high proportion of children. About 20% of residents are in de facto relationships, which is much higher than in most similar areas.
The population is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3% born overseas, a figure far below the national average. Most residents claim Australian, English, or Irish ancestry.
English is the only language used at home in this community. There are no residents who speak little or no English, which is well below the national figure.
Religious affiliation is common here, with 51% identifying as Christian. Only 17% of people report having no religion, which is far below the typical figure for Queensland.
Educational qualifications are much lower than the national average, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher. Most adults have a Certificate III or IV as their highest qualification.
Personal incomes are well above the national figure, with a typical weekly pay of $1,071. A significant 34.6% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is far above the state average.
Residents are in very good health; only 15% have a long-term health condition, and no one reports needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.
Unpaid care is a key part of local life, with 14.7% of people providing care, which is higher than in most areas. About 25% of the population cares for children unpaid.
The First Nations population is very small, and those who are identified are far older than the national average, with a typical age of 43.
Homes tend to be larger than average, with 2.8 people per household. While 70.9% of families are couples with children, 34.6% of people live alone, which is well above the state average.
Most people live in separate houses, with 84.6% of homes being detached. Renting is less common than in the state, and the typical weekly rent is $313.
Working from home is very common, with 63.3% of the workforce doing so, which is far above the national figure. There are no public transport stops or routes in the area.
The population is very stable, with only 15.4% of people moving in the last five years, a figure far below the national average.
Employment is very strong with a 0.0% unemployment rate. Nearly 80% of the workforce is employed full-time, and the vast majority work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
The area is entirely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk of any home.
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