Brooker

This is a very young area, as 38.9% of people are children under 15, which is far above the national figure. There are no residents aged 65 or over, and the typical age of 33 is noticeably younger than across Australia.

The community has deep roots in Australia and the UK, with the most common ancestries being English, Australian, and Scottish. No one in the area was born overseas.

English is the only language used at home, and there are no residents who speak little or no English, which is far below the state and national figures.

A majority of residents report no religion, at 54.4%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

The workforce is well qualified, with 25.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Qualifications are often linked to the local environment, with 20.6% of degrees in agriculture and environment.

Typical incomes are much higher than most areas, with the typical weekly household income reaching $2,187. This is well above the national figure of $1,746.

Residents are in good health, with only 13.3% reporting a long-term health condition, which is far below the national figure. No one in the area reported a mental health condition or a need for help with daily activities.

Community involvement is very high, with 50% of people volunteering and half the population providing unpaid care for children, both of which are far above national figures.

There are no Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people living in the area.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per home. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 80% of families.

Every home in Brooker is a separate house, and 60.7% are owned outright, which is far above the national figure. No one in the area is renting.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, with no public transport available and 0% of people using it to commute. However, 31.9% of the workforce works from home, far above the national figure.

The population is relatively stable, with 28.2% of people moving in the last five years, which is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

Employment is very strong, with a 0.0% unemployment rate and 74.5% of people working full-time. Most of the workforce is employed in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.