Palm Cove

This area is significantly older than the national average, with 27.3% of people aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up only 10.9% of the population, which is well below the Queensland figure of 18.7%.

Palm Cove has a very international feel, with 33.5% of residents born overseas, far above the 22.7% seen across Queensland. English is the most common ancestry at 45%.

While 10.2% of people use a language other than English at home, this is far below the national figure of 22.3%. The vast majority of the community speaks English only.

The community is more likely to report no religion than most other areas, with 46.5% of residents identifying this way, well above the national figure of 38.9%.

Residents are well-qualified, with 23.5% holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is much higher than most similar areas and a little above the Queensland average.

Family incomes are strong, with a typical weekly income of $2,048. About 12.8% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is higher than most areas.

Long-term health conditions are reported at 28.7%, which is about the same as the national figure. Arthritis is the most common condition, affecting 9.8% of people.

Participation in unpaid care and volunteering is much lower than in most areas. This includes a low rate of people caring for children, at 17.8% compared to 26.5% across Queensland.

First Nations residents in Palm Cove have a typical personal income of $833 and a Year 12 completion rate of 60%, both of which are well above the national figures.

Homes here are smaller than usual, with just 2.1 people per household. Over half of all households are couples without children, and 28.3% of people live alone.

Home ownership is strong, with 39.9% of homes owned outright. While 30.1% of homes are rented, typical weekly rents are $365, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

The area is well served by public transport, with 13 stops and 1,004.9 weekly departures per 1,000 people. About 18.7% of the workforce works from home.

Palm Cove is a highly mobile community, with 54.5% of residents having moved house in the last five years, a figure far above the national average of 40.7%.

Many residents work in accommodation and food services (19%) or healthcare (14.5%). However, the percentage of adults working or looking for work is well below the national average.

The area is very walkable, with a score of 6.0. Nearly 88% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, although there are no schools within 3km.