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Moreton Bay
26 km²
Far older than the national average, Moreton Bay is a community where the typical resident is 53. This area is sparsely populated and largely non-residential, yet it stands out for its exceptional wealth. Typical weekly family incomes here are far above the Queensland and Australian figures, making it one of the highest-earning areas of its kind. It is a small, quiet pocket of Brisbane with a very distinct demographic profile.
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The population is far older than both the state and national average, with a typical age of 53 years. However, the area is sparsely populated with a total population of zero recorded in the latest census.
Schools here are much larger than in most similar areas, with an average size of 536 students. The region also has a higher school advantage score than most areas, and 71.4% of schools are government-run.
Incomes are among the highest at this level. Typical weekly family income is $3,250, which is far above the Queensland figure of $2,024 and the Australian figure of $2,120.
The number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is zero, which is smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Households here are much smaller than most areas, with only 2.0 people per home compared to the Queensland and Australian figure of 2.5.
Despite having fewer people per home, the density within bedrooms is far above the national and state figures, with 2.00 people per bedroom.
The drive time to the city is 47 minutes, which is lower than in most areas. While there are no public transport stops or routes listed, the area remains more accessible than some similar locations.
There are no street intersections per square kilometre, meaning connectivity is low. The only walkable amenities available are parks, with no grocery stores, health services, or food and drink options nearby.
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