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Goondiwindi
20 km²
A shrinking population of 5,439 people defines Goondiwindi, which has lost about a third of its residents since 2011. The community is notably young, with a typical age of 37 and a high proportion of children. It stands out for its strong Indigenous presence and a high rate of volunteering. This is a regional hub where family life is central, though the number of people living alone has risen sharply in recent years.
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Indigenous people make up 8.9% of the population, which is well above the national figure. The area is also quite young, with 21.9% of residents under 15, though the proportion of seniors has risen nearly 10 points since 2011.
The community is overwhelmingly born in Australia, with only 6.6% born overseas, a figure far below both the state and national averages.
English is the primary language for 86.9% of residents. Those using another language at home make up 4.2% of the population, which is well below the Queensland average.
Religion remains a significant part of local identity, as 60.5% of people identify as Christian. Those with no religion make up 27.7%, which is far lower than the national figure.
The area has a higher proportion of people with Year 12 certificates than most similar places. Around 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, which is far below the Australian average.
Typical personal weekly income is $831, which is about the same as the national figure. Weekly household incomes are higher than in most similar areas, with typical families earning $1,920.
Long-term health conditions are reported by 27.5% of residents, about the same as the national rate. Mental health conditions are much less common here than in most similar areas.
Local residents are very active in their community, with 20.3% volunteering, a figure well above the national average. Many people also provide unpaid care for children.
Family life is common, with 55% of homes consisting of couples with children. However, the number of people living alone has jumped 13 points since 2011 to reach 28.3%.
Most people live in separate houses, with 80.7% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Renting is much more common here than in most similar areas, at 37.9%.
Cars are essential for getting around, as 73.8% of people drive to work and only 0.2% use public transport. Very few residents work from home compared to the rest of the country.
The area has seen a high number of recent overseas arrivals, at 19.8%, which is well above the national average. However, the proportion of people moving in the last five years has fallen since 2011.
Full-time employment is much higher here than in most similar areas, at 63.8%. The local economy relies heavily on agriculture, forestry, and fishing, as well as retail and health services.
The town is somewhat walkable, with many homes within a short walk of schools, parks, and groceries. However, there is no public transport within a 10-minute walk of any home.