Sandgate

The area is far older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 49 and over a quarter of the population aged 65 or more. This contributes to a higher proportion of seniors than in most similar areas.

Many residents were born overseas, at 19.0%, which is much higher than in most similar areas, though this is still well below the state and national figures. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for nearly 90% of the community. While 5.9% of people use another language at home—a figure higher than most similar areas—this is far below the national average.

About 41.8% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the Queensland figure. Over half the population identifies as Christian.

Residents are highly qualified, with a bachelor degree or higher rate of 29.9% that is well above the national figure. Year 12 completion is also well above the state average.

Typical family incomes are well above the national figure at $2,619 per week. Nearly 30% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

Health needs are significant here, with 12.1% of people needing help with daily activities and 36.2% living with a long-term health condition, both figures being well above the state average.

About 17% of people volunteer, which is a little above the national average. The area also has a much higher proportion of former Defence Force members than most similar areas.

First Nations people in Sandgate have a Year 12 completion rate of 54.1%, which is far above the national average. However, the unemployment rate for this group is much higher than in most similar areas.

Living arrangements are distinct, with 32.8% of people living alone, a figure well above the state and national averages. Typical households have about 2.4 people.

The housing market is expensive, with typical monthly home-loan payments well above the national figure. Many homes are smaller than usual, as 63.9% have three or more bedrooms, which is far below the state average.

Public transport use is high, and the area has a much higher number of transit stops per 1,000 people than the state average. Around 23.1% of people work from home.

About 36.7% of residents moved in the last five years, which is higher than most similar areas, though this is well below the state and national figures.

The workforce is largely professional, with 31% in professional roles. However, the proportion of adults working or looking for work is well below the state and national averages.

Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and public transport. This exceptional accessibility is reflected in a walkability score that is far above the Queensland average.