Septimus

Seniors aged 65 and over make up 30.8% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 17.2%. This contributes to a typical age of 47, far older than the Queensland average of 38.

The community is predominantly Australian born, with 80% born here and only 7.5% born overseas, which is far below the national figure of 27.7%.

English is the primary language for the vast majority, with only 3.3% using another language at home, well below the Queensland average of 13.2%.

Religious affiliation is common here; 63.3% identify as Christian, and the 22.5% with no religion is far below the national figure of 38.9%.

The area has a very low rate of higher education, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher, far below the national average of 26.3%.

Typical household income is $1,843 a week, slightly above the Queensland figure, though no households earn $3,000 or more per week.

The community is in relatively good health, with 0% needing help with daily activities and a mental health rate of 2.5%, well below the national figure of 8.8%.

Volunteer rates are 18.2%, which is well above the state and national figures of 14.1%.

There are no Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in this area.

Homes are typically larger than average, with 2.6 people per household, and a very low percentage of one-parent families at 4.2%.

Housing is almost exclusively detached houses, with 55.6% owned outright, far above the national figure of 31.0%.

The area is highly car-dependent, with every home owning at least two vehicles and a very high 43.5% of people working from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 31.3% moving in the last five years, well below the national figure of 40.7%.

Full-time employment is much higher than average at 69.4%, with nearly half the workforce employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no public transport, parks, or shops within a 15-minute walk.