Gordon Park

The community is notably younger than most areas, with only 9.8% of people aged 65 and over, which is well below the national figure of 17.2%. De facto relationships are more common here than in most other similar areas.

About 20.4% of residents were born overseas, a figure much higher than most similar areas, though it remains a little below the Queensland average.

English is the main language for 86.2% of people, but 11% use another language at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

A high proportion of residents report no religion at 45.7%, a figure well above both the Queensland and national averages.

This is a highly qualified area where 44.9% of adults have a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure of 26.3%. Year 12 completion is also among the highest at this level.

Earnings are very high here, with typical weekly family income reaching $3,032, which is well above the national figure of $2,120. About 24.9% of people earn $2,000 or more a week.

Residents are generally healthier than most, with lower rates of long-term health conditions and fewer people needing help with daily activities. However, mental health conditions are a little more common than the national average.

Volunteering is more common here than in the rest of the state, with 17.2% of people helping out. About 27.2% of residents provide unpaid childcare.

First Nations residents in the area are noticeably older than those in the state and nation, with a typical age of 28. They also show very high Year 12 completion rates at 87.8%.

Living arrangements are diverse, with 29.2% of people living alone, which is well above the national figure. Couples with children make up the largest group at 58.9%.

Renting is much more common here than in most areas, at 39.9%. Homes tend to be smaller, with far fewer three-bedroom properties than the state average, and typical monthly mortgage payments are well above the national figure.

The area is highly connected, with 7.4% of people commuting by public transport and a very short 8-minute drive to the city. Working from home is also more common than elsewhere, at 25.7%.

The population is quite mobile, as 46.6% of residents moved house in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals also make up a significant 16.6% of the community.

A very high number of adults are working or looking for work, at 76.3%. The workforce is dominated by professionals and managers, with many employed in health, professional, and technical services.

Gordon Park is a walker's paradise with a score of 8.3. Every single home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, health services, and schools.