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Moura
4 km²
A massive population drop of 57% since 2011 has reshaped Moura into a smaller, younger community. It is a place where families and young adults dominate, with a typical resident aged just 33. This workforce-driven town is marked by high earners and a strong presence of mining professionals, creating a distinct environment where incomes are often much higher than the national figure despite a smaller overall population.
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Moura is noticeably younger than most areas, with a typical age of 33 and a high proportion of children. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population has grown significantly since 2011 and is now well above the national figure.
The community is overwhelmingly Australian or British in heritage, with 75.2% born in Australia. This is reflected in the fact that the proportion of people born overseas is far below the national average.
English is the primary language here, with only 2.4% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national figure and has fallen slightly since 2011.
About 38.6% of residents have no religion, which is about the same as the national figure. This represents a 13 point rise since 2011.
The area has a lower rate of university qualifications than most, with only 9.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents hold trade certificates, and engineering is the most common field of study.
Pay is a standout feature here, as 17.4% of people earn $2,000 or more a week, which is well above the national figure. Typical family incomes are also a little higher than the Queensland average.
Residents report fewer long-term health conditions than most areas, and the rate of mental health conditions is also a little below the national figure.
Volunteering is slightly more common here than in the rest of the state. However, the proportion of people providing unpaid care is among the lowest for its level.
Families with children make up 56.4% of households. While people per home has dropped since 2011, the number of people living alone has risen significantly to 31.6%.
Rental properties are far more common than the national average, with 45% of households renting. Most homes are separate houses with three or more bedrooms, and typical rents are far below the national figure.
Cars are essential for the community, as only 0.7% of people commute by public transport. Very few people work from home compared to the national average.
Moura has a mobile population, with 42.1% of residents moving in the last five years. This is slightly above the national figure, though recent overseas arrivals have fallen since 2011.
Mining is the dominant industry, employing 29.1% of the workforce, and machinery operators are the most common job. Full-time employment is well above the national average.
The town is quite walkable for daily needs, with 93.5% of homes within a 15-minute walk of health services. However, there is no public transport within a 10-minute walk.