Tamrookum

The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than both Queensland and Australia. There is a high number of seniors and children, while those in de facto relationships are much less common than in most areas.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 10.6% of the population, which is far below the national figure. Common ancestries include Australian, English, and Irish.

English is the primary language for 94.7% of the community. While 6.4% of people use another language at home, which is higher than in similar areas, this is still far below the national average.

About 43.6% of people report having no religion, which is a little above the Queensland figure. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 46.8%.

Educational attainment is much lower than in most areas, with only 5.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national figure of 26.3%.

Incomes are well below the national average, with a typical weekly household income of $1,292. No households in the area earn $3,000 or more per week.

Health challenges are much more common here than in most areas, with 38.3% of people living with a long-term condition. This includes high rates of arthritis and mental health conditions.

Community spirit is strong, as 25% of residents volunteer—far above the national figure. Many people also spend significant time on unpaid housework and caring for children.

There is a very small First Nations population, though those present have a typical personal income of $2,500, which is far above the state and national figures.

Families tend to be larger than usual, with an average of 2.6 people per home. Over half of all households consist of couples with children.

Every single home in the area is a separate house, and 84.2% have three or more bedrooms. While 34.2% are owned outright, typical weekly rents are far below the national figure at $200.

The community is entirely dependent on cars, with no one using public transport to commute. Most homes have multiple vehicles, and 66.6% have three or more.

The area has seen significant movement recently, with 43.2% of people moving into the community in the last five years.

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing are the primary industries, employing 34.9% of the workforce. While full-time employment is far above the national figure, the unemployment rate is also much higher at 8.9%.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no grocery stores or health services within a 15-minute walk.