Waugh Pocket

The community is far older than the state and national averages, with 37% of people aged 65 and over. De facto relationships are far more common here than in most other areas, while there are no children under 15.

About 15.2% of residents were born overseas, which is higher than most similar areas but well below the Queensland average. The most common ancestries are English, Australian, and Irish.

English is the main language, though 10.9% of people use another language at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. Italian is the most common non-English language spoken.

Far fewer people here identify as having no religion compared to the state and national figures. The most common affiliations are no religion and Christianity.

Educational qualifications are far below the national average, with no residents holding a bachelor degree or higher. Most adults have a Certificate III or IV, and only 26.2% completed Year 12.

Weekly household and family incomes are far below the national figure, though typical personal incomes are about the same as the Queensland average. No one in the area earns $2,000 or more per week.

A higher proportion of residents have a long-term health condition compared to the state average, with arthritis and asthma being common. However, no one reported needing help with daily activities.

Unpaid housework is far more common here than in most areas, and 9.5% of residents have served in the Defence Force, which is well above the national figure.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living here, and the First Nations median age is far older than the national average at 69.

Homes tend to be smaller than usual, with 2.1 people per home. There are no one-parent families in the area.

Typical weekly rents are well below the state and national figures, but typical monthly home-loan payments are a little above the Queensland average.

The area is entirely reliant on cars, as there are no public transport stops or routes. About 16.7% of the workforce works from home.

The population is very stable, with only 13% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national average.

Full-time employment is much higher here than in most similar areas, with a 0.0% unemployment rate. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

Waugh Pocket is completely car-dependent, with no schools, shops, parks, or health services within a 15-minute walk.