The Hermitage

The community is far older than the national figure, with over 21% of residents aged 65 or over. While it has no children, there is a notable First Nations presence at 5.5%, which is higher than most similar areas.

About 14.5% of people were born overseas, which is higher than in most similar areas but well below the state and national figures. Australian, English, and Chinese are the most common ancestries.

English is the only language used at home by 85.5% of residents, and no one in the area speaks little or no English, which is well below the national figure.

About 52.7% of residents identify as Christians, while 41.8% report no religion, a figure that is about the same as the Queensland average.

The area is well-qualified, with a bachelor's degree or higher for 24.5% of adults, which is higher than most similar areas. Many of these qualifications are in health and education.

Typical weekly household incomes are $1,375, which is well below the national figure. No households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure far below that of most other areas.

Long-term health conditions are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 36.4% of people. However, no one reports needing help with daily activities or having a mental health condition.

Unpaid care is very common, with 20.8% of people providing help, among the highest for its level. There is also a strong military connection, as 12.5% served in the Defence Force, well above the national figure.

There are 3 First Nations people in the area, with a typical personal income of $1,125, which is far above the state and national figures.

Homes are generally smaller than usual, with only 2.1 people per household. Most are couples without children, and there are no one-parent families in the area.

The area is exclusively made up of separate houses, with 64% owned outright, far above the national average. Most homes are large, with 92% having three or more bedrooms.

The community is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport stops nearby and a 104-minute drive to the city. This explains why 39.4% of the workforce, among the highest for its level, works from home.

The population is very stable, with only 11.1% of people moving in the last five years, far below the figures for Queensland and Australia.

Full-time employment is higher than most areas at 63.6%, and there is no unemployment. People primarily work in agriculture, retail, and professional roles.

The area has a walkability score of 0.0, meaning it is completely car-dependent. There are no shops, parks, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.