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Gooburrum

1 km²

Typical weekly household incomes are much higher than most areas in Gooburrum, reflecting a professional and aging community. The population has shrunk by 53% since 2011, and the typical resident is now 52, which is far older than the national figure. This is a settled place where most people own their homes outright and live in large, detached houses. Its character is defined by a well-qualified workforce and a strong trend toward retirement.

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The community has aged significantly, with the typical resident now 13 years older than in 2011. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 26.8% of the population, which is well above the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, and those born overseas make up 9.4% of the population, which is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language here, with only 0.7% of people using another language at home—a figure far below both the state and national averages.

Christianity is the most common faith at 66.4%, while 30.2% of residents report no religion, which is well below the national figure.

The area is well-qualified, with 22.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, a figure that has risen 11 points since 2011.

Incomes are high, with 27.1% of households earning $3,000 or more a week, which is well above the national figure.

Long-term health conditions are far more common here than across Australia, affecting 39.9% of the population, with arthritis being the most frequent.

The community is highly active in giving back, as 23.7% are volunteers, which is well above the state and national figures.

Families tend to be larger than in most areas, with 2.7 people per home and very few people living alone.

Housing is dominated by large, separate houses, with 100% of homes being detached and 63.3% owned outright—far above the national average.

The area is entirely car-dependent; every single home has a motor vehicle and no one commutes using public transport.

The population is very stable, as only 28.8% of people moved in the last five years, which is far below the national figure.

Full-time employment is higher than in most areas at 60.4%, with many residents working as professionals in health and education.

The area is completely car-dependent, with no shops, parks, or schools within a 15-minute walk for any resident.

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