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Tallebudgera
19 km²
Large family households are a defining feature of Tallebudgera, where 67% of homes are couples with children. It is a relatively affluent community with a population of 3,826 people. The typical resident is 42, and the area is noticeably older than the state and national averages. This family-oriented character is reflected in the high number of large homes and a significant proportion of children under 15.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
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The area has a higher proportion of children under 15 than most other areas, at 20.7%. While the typical resident is 42, about 18.7% of the population are seniors aged 65 and over.
Most residents were born in Australia (78.2%), though 18.0% were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.
English is the dominant language, with 92.4% of people using it only. This means the proportion of people using another language at home is far below the national figure.
A large number of residents report no religion (45.6%), which is well above both the Queensland and Australian averages. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 47.6%.
The community is well-qualified, with 21.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have completed Year 12, and there are 11 schools within 3 km.
Tallebudgera is a high-earning area where 33.4% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. Typical household weekly income is $2,372, which is well above the state average.
A slightly higher than average 6.7% of people need help with daily activities. However, the proportion of people with a long-term health condition is lower than most areas.
Unpaid work is common here, with 31.4% of people caring for children and 26.8% doing significant housework, both of which are well above the national figures.
First Nations residents in the area have a much higher typical household income and Year 12 completion rate than the national average. About 7.8% speak a First Nations language.
Homes here are larger than usual, with 3.3 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that very few people (10.3%) live alone compared to the state average.
The area is dominated by separate houses, with 90.7% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Renting is very uncommon at 7.8%, while typical monthly mortgage payments are well above the national figure.
Car dependence is high, with 62.2% of people driving to work and 40.5% of homes having two vehicles. Public transport is almost never used, as there are no public transport stops in the area.
About 34.4% of residents moved house in the last five years, which is higher than most similar areas but well below the state and national figures.
More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas. Common industries include construction and health care, and the unemployment rate is 4.6%.
The area is heavily car-dependent with a very low walkability score. Most homes are far from groceries and health services, and the terrain is steeper than the state average.
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