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Caloundra
228 km²
Noticeably older than most similar areas, Caloundra is a coastal community where a high proportion of residents are now seniors. The typical resident is 44, and the number of people aged 65 and over has risen sharply since 2011. This shift toward an older population is mirrored in the housing market, with many people owning their homes outright. It is a place of significant movement, as over half the population has changed addresses in the last five years.
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The area is much older than the state and national average, with 22.8% of people aged 65 and over. This senior population has grown significantly, rising 12 points since 2011.
Most residents were born in Australia, though 20.2% were born overseas, which is a little below the Queensland figure. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.
Language diversity is far below the national figure, with only 6.2% of people using a language other than English at home. Very few residents, just 0.5%, speak little or no English.
A large number of people report having no religion, at 44.7%, which is well above the national figure. This has seen a sharp increase of 22 points since 2011.
About 19% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is well below the national figure. However, more people have completed Year 12 compared to 2011.
Typical weekly household income is $1,507, which is a little below the national figure. The number of households earning $3,000 or more per week has risen by 12 points since 2011.
Health challenges are more common here than in most similar areas, with 31.8% of people living with a long-term health condition. Arthritis is the most reported condition.
A higher than usual number of residents spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework. There is also a strong presence of former Defence Force members.
Families with couples and children make up 51.6% of households. People living alone have become less common, falling nearly 10 points since 2011.
Homes are more likely to be owned outright here than in the rest of the state. While 69.8% are separate houses, typical weekly rents are much higher than most areas at $430.
The area relies heavily on cars, as only 0.9% of people commute by public transport. Very few homes, just 4.6%, have no motor vehicle.
Caloundra is a high-turnover area, with 52.9% of people moving in the last five years, which is far above the national figure.
Fewer adults are working or looking for work compared to the state average, and full-time employment has fallen by 12 points since 2011. Many locals work in health care and social assistance.
Most residents can walk to a park within 15 minutes, though fewer can easily reach health services. The area is considered somewhat walkable with a score of 5.0.