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Top Camp
5 km²
Weekly household incomes in Top Camp are among the highest in the region, with 38.3% of homes earning $3,000 or more. This is a prosperous residential area where families typically live in large, detached houses. The community is characterized by high employment and a strong leaning toward traditional family structures, with very few people living alone. It is a well-off pocket of Queensland that feels settled and established.
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The typical resident is 42, making the area noticeably older than the state and national figures. While children under 15 make up 19.5% of the population, there are far fewer people in de facto relationships compared to most other areas.
Most residents were born in Australia, with only 10.3% born overseas, a figure far below the national average. English and Australian ancestry are the most common, followed by Irish and German heritage.
English is the dominant language, used by 91.7% of the community. Only 3.8% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.
Religious affiliation is high here, with 71.7% of people identifying as Christian. Only 22.1% report having no religion, which is far below the state and national averages.
The area is well-qualified, with 62.6% of residents completing Year 12 and 24.3% holding a bachelor degree or higher. This high level of education is reflected in the local workforce's professional roles.
Earnings are significantly higher than average, with a typical weekly household income of $2,530. Personal incomes are also strong, as 16.1% of people earn $2,000 or more per week.
Residents generally enjoy good health, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions (25.7%) and mental health conditions (5.3%) compared to most areas.
Community spirit is high, with 24.7% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure. This engagement extends to the home, where 31.3% of people provide unpaid childcare.
There are 14 First Nations people in the area. Their typical personal income of $1,625 is among the highest for similar areas and far above the state average.
Family units are the norm, with 69.6% of homes consisting of couples with children. Consequently, homes are larger than usual, with 3.1 people per household.
Every single home in the area is a separate house, and 99.3% have three or more bedrooms. Renting is very rare here, with only 4.7% of households renting.
The area is entirely dependent on cars, as 0.0% of people use public transport to commute. Every household owns at least one motor vehicle, and many have three or more.
The population is very stable, with only 28.4% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals are also far below the national average at 3.2%.
Job prospects are strong, with 73.3% of adults working or looking for work. Many residents are employed in healthcare, education, and construction.
The area is strictly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.5. There are no grocery stores, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.
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