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Calliope
7 km²
A high proportion of full-time workers and strong typical incomes define Calliope. This is a rapidly expanding community that grew by over 300% since 2011 to reach 4,396 people. It is a remarkably young place, with a typical resident aged just 30 and far more children than the national figure. This youthful character is reflected in the large family homes and a high number of parents caring for children.
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The area has seen a dramatic shift since 2011, becoming far younger with a typical age of 30 and a children's population that is well above the national average. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.2% of the community, which is a little above the Queensland figure.
Most residents were born in Australia, and the community has fewer overseas-born people than most other areas. Those with overseas roots are most commonly from New Zealand, England, and South Africa.
English is the primary language for the vast majority of the community. Only 3.1% of people use another language at home, which is far below the national figure.
A majority of residents (51.4%) report no religion, a figure that is far above the national average and has risen significantly since 2011.
While most residents have a lower level of university qualifications than the national figure, the proportion of people who completed Year 12 has risen by 23 points since 2011.
Weekly incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with typical family incomes sitting at $2,110. This strength is seen across the board, as 13.5% of people earn $2,000 or more a week.
Residents are generally healthier than the national average, with fewer people reporting long-term health conditions or needing help with daily activities.
Unpaid childcare is very common here, with 39.9% of people caring for children—a rate far above the national figure. This is consistent with the high number of children in the area.
Homes tend to be larger and more crowded than usual, with 2.9 people per household. People living alone are much less common here than in most other areas.
Large separate houses are the norm, with 92.5% of homes having three or more bedrooms. However, few homes are owned outright, and the proportion of renters has risen since 2011.
The community is heavily reliant on cars, as almost no one commutes via public transport. Very few homes (1.8%) are without a motor vehicle.
Calliope is a dynamic area where 43.2% of people have moved house in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 7% of the population.
The workforce is very active, with 66% of people employed full-time, though the unemployment rate is a little above the national figure. Many people work in manufacturing, construction, and retail.
The area is mostly car-dependent with a low walkability score. While many homes are near parks and schools, almost no one lives within a 10-minute walk of public transport.