Hannaford

Families with children are common here, as 25.9% of the population is under 15, which is well above the national figure. The community has a strong First Nations presence at 8.9%, and the typical resident is 39 years old.

The population is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. Those with ancestral roots most commonly cite Australian, English, Scottish, and German heritage.

English is the primary language for nearly everyone, with only 2.2% of people using another language at home. This is far below the state and national averages.

Religious faith is very common in Hannaford, where 76.3% of people identify as Christians. This means the 20% who claim no religion is far below the national figure.

While 45.5% of residents completed Year 12, this is far below the national average. The local workforce is well-qualified in management, commerce, and education, with 16.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher.

Typical weekly household income is $1,166, which is well below the Queensland figure. Weekly personal income is $739, which is about the same as the state average.

Long-term health conditions are much less common here than in most areas, affecting only 20.7% of people. This is well below the national figure, and no one reported a mental health condition.

Volunteerism is exceptionally high, with 46.6% of residents volunteering, far above the national average. This community spirit extends to the home, where 32% of people provide unpaid childcare.

The First Nations population is notably young, with a typical age of just 12 years. Typical personal income for First Nations people is $725, which is well above the national figure.

Homes are larger than usual, with an average of 2.9 people per household. Most are couples with children, and very few people—just 10.9%—live alone.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and 97.8% have three or more bedrooms. While 41.3% of homes are owned outright, those with mortgages pay a typical monthly payment of $2,375, which is well above the state average.

Car ownership is essential as no home is without a vehicle. This is reflected in the workforce, where 51.9% of people work from home and others rely on cars, as there is no public transport in the area.

The community has seen significant movement, with 42.4% of residents moving house in the last five years.

The local economy is driven by agriculture, forestry, and fishing, which employ 81.8% of the workforce. Employment rates are very high, with 83.1% working full-time and an unemployment rate of 0.0%.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, grocery stores, or health services within a 15-minute walk for any resident.