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Georgetown
1 km²
A much higher proportion of residents volunteer here than in other similar areas, making Georgetown a community defined by its civic spirit. With a population of 222 people, the town has seen a small decline in size since 2011. It is a relatively young place, with 22.5% of the population being children, which is well above the national figure. This youthfulness, combined with a very low rate of long-term health conditions, suggests a healthy and active population.
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The typical resident is 38, which is about the same as the national figure. However, children under 15 make up 22.5% of the population, a figure well above the Queensland and Australian averages.
The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 5.4% born overseas, a figure far below the national average of 27.7%.
English is the main language here, and the 4.1% who use another language at home is well below the state and national figures.
Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, as the 25.7% of people with no religion is far below the national figure of 38.9%.
Educational attainment is lower than the state and national averages, with only 10.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher.
Typical personal income is $868 a week, which is a little above the national figure. This is higher than most similar areas, though the typical household income is well below the national average.
Residents are healthier than most, with only 18.0% reporting a long-term health condition and 1.4% needing help with daily activities, both of which are well below national figures.
Volunteerism is very strong here, with 27.8% of people volunteering, which is far above the national figure of 14.1%.
The area has a very high number of people living alone at 41.6%, far above the national average, while one-parent families are far less common than usual.
Rent and mortgages are much lower than the national average, with typical weekly rent at $200. Detached houses are very common, though the proportion of homes owned outright has fallen since 2011.
Cars are essential here, as every single home has at least one motor vehicle and no one uses public transport to commute.
The area has seen a surge in movement, with recent arrivals from overseas rising by 35 points since 2011 to reach 34.6%.
Employment is high, with 64.8% of adults working or looking for work and an unemployment rate of 0.0%, which is well below the national figure.
The town is very walkable for its size, with nearly every home within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and schools.