The Bluff

The typical resident is 56, which is far older than the Queensland and national figure of 38. This age gap is reflected in the population structure, as children under 15 make up only 5.7%, a figure far below the national average.

The area is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. Those with ancestral roots most commonly cite English, Australian, and Scottish heritage.

English is the only language used at home here. The proportion of people using another language is far below both the Queensland and Australian figures.

About 39.6% of residents have no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. The remaining majority identify with Christianity.

Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 10.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Just 25.5% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the national average of 58.8%.

Higher incomes are common here, with 35% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, a figure far above the national average. The typical household income is $1,792, which is about the same as the Queensland figure.

While no one needs help with daily activities, long-term health conditions are more common than in most areas. Mental health conditions are particularly higher here, affecting 11.3% of residents.

A striking 15.7% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is far above the national figure of 2.8%. There is also a higher rate of people doing significant unpaid housework compared to most areas.

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

Most households consist of couples, with 54.1% being couples without children. No one in the area lives alone, and the typical home holds 2.3 people, which is a little below the national average.

Every home in the area is a separate house, and none are rented. The homes are typically large, with 80% having three or more bedrooms.

Cars are essential here, as 81% of workers drive and no one uses public transport. Most homes have two or three vehicles, and there are no public transport stops in the area.

The population is very stable, with only 22.9% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national rate of 40.7%.

Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to most areas, at 43.8%. However, the unemployment rate is 0.0%, well below the national figure.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no parks, shops, or health services within a 15-minute walk, and the terrain is much steeper than the state average.