Coolbinia

Families with children are common here, as those under 15 make up 20.5% of the population. The typical resident is 40, and there are fewer seniors and people in de facto relationships than in most similar areas.

About 22.6% of residents were born overseas, which is much higher than in most similar areas, though this is still well below the state and national figures. English, Australian, and Italian are the most common ancestries.

English is the main language for 85.2% of the community. While 12.5% of people use another language at home—much higher than in most similar areas—very few speak little or no English.

Religious views are split almost evenly, with 41.8% of people identifying as Christian and 41.1% reporting no religion. Judaism is also present for 10.0% of the population.

The community is highly qualified, with 46.5% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the national figure. Nearly 80% of residents completed Year 12, which is among the highest rates for this level.

Incomes are very high here, with nearly half of all households earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical family income of $4,166 is far above the national figure of $2,120.

Residents generally enjoy good health, as those with long-term health conditions are well below the state and national averages. However, the proportion of people needing help with daily activities is higher than in most similar areas.

Volunteering is common, with 24.7% of people helping out, far above the national rate. This spirit extends to the home, where many more people provide unpaid care for children compared to most areas.

There are 12 First Nations people in the area. This group is noticeably older than the state average, and their typical personal and household incomes are far above national figures.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. Most are couples with children, and far fewer people live alone or in one-parent families compared to most areas.

The area consists mostly of separate houses, with 81.3% having three or more bedrooms. While many are owned outright, those with mortgages face typical monthly payments of $2,600, which is well above the state average.

Public transport use is high for this level, and residents have excellent access with a 2-minute walk to the nearest stop. Most homes have two or more vehicles, though 11.7% of the workforce works from home.

The population is relatively stable, with 31.7% moving in the last five years, which is well below the national figure. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 6.6% of the community.

A high number of residents are working or looking for work, and the unemployment rate is lower than the state average. Many are employed as professionals or managers in technical and health fields.

The area is very walkable, with every home within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and public transport. This convenience is reflected in a walkability score that is well above the state average.