Mothar Mountain

The community is significantly older than the national figure, with a typical age of 47. Around 19.5% of residents are seniors, and there is a higher rate of de facto relationships than in most similar areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those with English, Australian, or Irish ancestry make up the bulk of the population. Only 12.6% were born overseas, which is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language here, with 90.8% of people using it at home. Very few residents use another language, and no one reported speaking little or no English.

People with no religion make up 46.7% of the population, which is well above the national figure. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 42.8%.

Education levels are lower than in most areas, with only 10.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the state and national figures.

Incomes are generally lower than the national average, with a typical weekly household income of $1,437. Only 11.3% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is well below the state figure.

Health challenges are more common here than elsewhere, as 33% of people have a long-term health condition. This includes a higher rate of mental health conditions and a much higher proportion of people needing help with daily activities.

Unpaid work is common, with a much higher rate of people providing unpaid care and doing housework than in most areas. Additionally, 5.5% of residents served in the Defence Force, which is more than the national average.

The First Nations community is small, with 18 people. While household incomes for this group are much higher than in most areas, their typical personal income is well below the national figure, and the typical age is noticeably younger at 17.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.6 people per household. This is consistent with the fact that 52.9% of households are couples with children and far fewer people live alone compared to the state average.

Living in a detached house is the only option here, and 51.5% of these homes are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. Most homes are large, with 87.1% having three or more bedrooms.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops or routes available. Most residents drive to work, and the typical commute to the city takes 114 minutes.

About 34% of people moved in the last five years, though this is far below the Queensland average. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, and the unemployment rate of 6.2% is a little above the national figure. Common jobs include retail, construction, and manufacturing.

The area is not walkable due to its steep terrain and lack of nearby services. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or schools.