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Woodridge
5 km²
Much younger than most similar areas, Woodridge is a diverse and densely populated community in Logan. The typical resident is just 33 years old, and nearly a quarter of the population are children under 15. This young age profile is reflected in the high number of large families and one-parent households. It is a highly multicultural hub where many residents were born overseas, creating a community with a strong mix of languages and backgrounds.
A family-heavy area that's short on schools per child.
26 schools within reach make Woodridge convenient for families.
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The area is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 33. Children under 15 make up 23% of the population, which is well above the Australian average of 18.2%.
Born overseas, 38.2% of residents come from outside Australia, a figure far above the national average of 27.7%. New Zealand, England, India, and the Philippines are among the most common birthplaces.
Diversity is high here, with 33.4% of people using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure of 22.3%, and 8.4% of residents speak little or no English.
Religion is more common here than in other areas; 29.5% of people report no religion, which is well below the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the most common faith at 41.5%.
Educational qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 8.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far below the national average of 26.3%.
Household incomes are much lower than the national figure, with a typical weekly family income of $1,197. Only 5.5% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, far below the national average of 22.6%.
Health challenges are more prevalent here, as 10.9% of people have a mental health condition and 8.4% need help with daily activities, both of which are higher than most areas.
Participation in unpaid work is lower than average, with only 9.1% of people volunteering. This is well below the national figure of 14.1%.
First Nations people make up 6.2% of the population, well above the national average. This group is notably younger, with a typical age of 20, and faces a high unemployment rate of 30%.
Homes tend to be larger, with an average of 2.7 people per household. One-parent families are very common at 30.5%, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%.
Renting is very common, with 59.8% of households renting, far above the national average of 30.6%. Outright home ownership is among the lowest at this level at 17.6%.
Public transport use is higher than most areas, supported by a high number of stops and routes. About 14.2% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is well above the national figure of 7.4%.
The population is quite mobile, with 41.8% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 17% of the community, which is higher than most areas.
Unemployment is very high at 15.3%, far above the national figure of 5.1%. Only 46.3% of adults are working or looking for work, which is much lower than most areas.
Woodridge is very walkable, with 99.9% of homes within a short walk of public transport and parks. Most residents can reach groceries, health services, and schools within 15 minutes on foot.