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Wellesley
1,111 km²
A surprisingly young population defines Wellesley, where the typical resident is just 32 years old. This Queensland community is shaped by a high proportion of children and families, with 33% of people under age 15. Many residents work in agriculture and live in large family homes, creating a community focused on raising the next generation in a rural setting.
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Wellesley is noticeably younger than the state and national average, with a high number of children and far fewer seniors. De facto relationships are much more common here than in most other areas.
The community is almost entirely Australian-born, with no residents born overseas. Ancestry is predominantly English, Australian, and Scottish.
English is the only language spoken at home, which is far below the national and state figures for linguistic diversity.
About 60% of residents identify as Christian, while the proportion of people with no religion is well below the national figure.
Education levels are lower than the state average, with fewer people holding bachelor degrees or completing Year 12. Qualifications are often focused on agriculture and the environment.
Typical weekly incomes for families and individuals are well below the national figure, and far fewer households earn $3,000 or more per week.
Residents generally report better health than most areas, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions and no reported mental health conditions.
Unpaid childcare is very common here, with 49.2% of people caring for children. Volunteering is also much higher than the national average.
The First Nations population is very small, with a typical age of 57 that is far older than the state and national figures.
Homes in Wellesley are large, typically holding 3.3 people, and the area has a very high proportion of couples with children.
Most people live in separate houses, and while few own their homes outright, the typical monthly mortgage payment is far below the national figure.
The area is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport available and every household owning at least one motor vehicle.
Wellesley has seen significant movement recently, with over half of the population moving in the last five years.
The local workforce is very active, with far more people working or looking for work than in most areas. The vast majority of jobs are in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
Wellesley is highly car-dependent, with almost no homes within a 15-minute walk of shops, schools, or health services.
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