Central Highlands Regional Council

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2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006 Benchmark area: Regional QLD

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Compiled and presented in profile.id®. http://profile.id.com.au/centralhighlands Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2 Population highlights 4 About the areas 6 Five year age groups 9 Ancestry 12 Birthplace 15 Year of arrival in Australia 17 Proficiency in English 19 Language spoken at home 22 Religion 25 Qualifications 27 Highest level of schooling 29 Education institution attending 32 Need for assistance 35 Employment status 38 Industry sectors of employment 41 Occupations of employment 44 Method of travel to work 47 Volunteer work 49 Unpaid care 51 Individual income 53 Household income 55 Households summary 57 Household size 60 Dwelling type 63 Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65 Internet connection 67 Number of cars per household 69 Housing tenure 71 Housing loan repayments 73 Housing rental payments 75 SEIFA - disadvantage 78 About the community profile 79 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL Central Highlands Regional Council population for 2012. Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of Central Highlands Regional Council. To provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for Central Highlands Regional Council. See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to use each one.

Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Central Highlands Regional Council

Change in Change in Year (ending June 30) Number number percent 2001 25,061 -- --

2002 25,627 +566 +2.26

2003 26,187 +560 +2.19

2004 26,861 +674 +2.57

2005 27,505 +644 +2.40

2006 28,256 +751 +2.73

2007 28,375 +119 +0.42

2008 28,633 +258 +0.91

2009 29,107 +474 +1.66

2010 29,296 +189 +0.65

2011 29,533 +237 +0.81

2012 30,545 +1,012 +3.43

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id The population experts

Page 3 of 81 Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by .id the population experts Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented by .id the population experts

Page 4 of 81 Population highlights Central Highlands 2011 Regional QLD Queensland Australia Regional Council

38 36 37 Median age 31

Median weekly household $1,998 income $1,107 $1,235 $1,234

Couples with 33% children 27% 30% 31%

10% 9% 9% Older couples without children 4%

Medium and 22% 22% 25% high density 10% Housing

Households 30% 33% 33% with a 24% mortgage

$270 $300 $285 Median weekly rent $112

Households 41% renting 32% 32% 29%

Non-English 7% 9% 16% speaking 4% backgrounds

3% 4% 4% University attendance 2%

12% 16% 19% Bachelor or Higher degree 10%

Vocational 24% 22% 20% 18%

Page 5 of 81 10% Public transport 7% 7% (to work) 2%

6% 6% 6% Unemployment 2%

SEIFA index of disadvantage 1033 2011 986 1002 1002

Page 6 of 81 About the area Location and boundaries The Central Highlands Region is located in central Queensland, about 100 kilometres west of Rockhampton. The Central Highlands Region is bounded by the Isaac Region in the north, the Rockhampton Region and Banana Shire in the east, the Roma Region and Murweh Shire in the south, and the Blackall Tambo Region and the Barcaldine Region in the west.

Important Population Land area Population density Statistics 28,716 5,996,825 0.00 2011 Usual residents hectares (59,968 persons per hectare Km2)

Central Highlands Regional Council

Legend Districts Central Highlands Regional Council

Settlement history European settlement dates from the 1850s, with land used mainly for cattle and sheep grazing. Growth took place from the late 1800s into the early 1900s, spurred by the opening of the railway line from Rockhampton in the late 1870s and the establishment of several townships. Significant development did not occur until the 1960s, with growth through to the 1980s, spurred by coal mining and improved irrigation for farming. The population of the Region was relatively stable during the 1990s, and then increased between 2001 and 2006, with growth mainly in the townships of Blackwater and Emerald.

Page 7 of 81 Land use Land use The Central Highlands Region is a rural and rural- residential area. The main towns are Emerald and Blackwater, with smaller townships at Bluff, Capella, Dingo, Duaringa, Rolleston, Springsure and Tieri. The Region encompasses a total area of almost 60,000 square kilometres. Land is used largely for cattle and sheep grazing, crop growing, coal mining and gem fossicking. Transport The Council area is served by the Capricorn Highway, the Carnarvon Highway, the Dawson Highway and the Gregory Highway. Major features Major features of the Region include various national parks (Blackdown Tableland, Carnarvon, Minerva Hills, Nuga Nuga, Palmgrove, Snake Range and Taunton), Fairbairn Dam, Lake Maraboon, Central Queensland University (Emerald Campus), Central Queensland University of TAFE (Central Highlands Campus), numerous state forests and gem fossicking areas. Indigenous background The original inhabitants of the Central Highlands area were the Kairi, Kanolu and Wadja Aboriginal people. Included areas The Central Highlands Region includes the townships and localities of Albinia, Alsace, Arcadia Valley, Arcturus, Argyll, Balcomba, Barnard, Bauhinia, Belcong, Bingegang, Blackdown, Blackwater, Bluff, Boolburra, Buckland, Bundoora, Cairdbeign, Capella, Carbine Creek, Carnarvon Park, Cheeseborough, Chirnside, Comet, Cona Creek, Consuelo, Coomoo, Coorumbene, Cotherstone, Crinum, Dingo, Dromedary, Duaringa, Emerald, Fork Lagoons, Gainsford, Gindie, Goomally, Goowarra, Gordonstone, Hibernia, Humboldt, Jellinbah, Khosh Bulduk, Lilyvale, Lochington, Lowesby, Lowestoff, Mackenzie, Mantuan Downs, Mimosa, Minerva, Mount Macarthur, Mungabunda, Nandowrie, Oombabeer, Orion, Retro, Rewan, Rhydding, Rolleston, Springsure, Stewarton, The Gemfields, Theresa Creek, Tieri, Togara, Wallaroo, Wealwandangie, Willows, Wooroona and Wyuna.

Page 8 of 81 Five year age groups The Age Structure of Central Highlands Regional Council provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of Central Highlands Regional Council's residential role and function and how it is likely to change in the future. Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which enables direct comparison between each group. To get a more complete picture Central Highlands Regional Council's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household Types and Dwelling Types.

Age structure - Five year age groups

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups (years) Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 2,694 9.4 6.8 2,326 8.8 6.5 +368

5 to 9 2,325 8.1 6.7 2,307 8.7 7.0 +18

10 to 14 2,041 7.1 6.9 2,044 7.7 7.4 -3

15 to 19 1,890 6.6 6.7 1,702 6.4 6.7 +188

20 to 24 1,947 6.8 6.0 2,021 7.6 6.2 -74

25 to 29 2,504 8.7 6.3 2,222 8.4 5.9 +282

30 to 34 2,303 8.0 6.1 2,266 8.6 6.6 +37

35 to 39 2,296 8.0 6.8 2,183 8.2 7.1 +113

40 to 44 2,201 7.7 7.1 2,170 8.2 7.4 +31

45 to 49 2,122 7.4 7.1 2,009 7.6 7.4 +113

50 to 54 1,930 6.7 6.9 1,604 6.1 6.7 +326

55 to 59 1,565 5.4 6.2 1,329 5.0 6.5 +236

60 to 64 1,119 3.9 6.0 858 3.2 5.2 +261

65 to 69 710 2.5 4.7 525 2.0 4.1 +185

70 to 74 493 1.7 3.5 422 1.6 3.2 +71

75 to 79 281 1.0 2.6 256 1.0 2.7 +25

80 to 84 164 0.6 1.9 143 0.5 1.9 +21

85 and over 131 0.5 1.7 111 0.4 1.5 +20

Total 28,716 100.0 100.0 26,498 100.0 100.0 +2,218

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 9 of 81 Five year age structure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 10 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the five year age groups of Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a higher proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a lower proportion of people in the older age groups (65+). Overall, 24.6% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 6.2% were aged 65 years and over, compared with 20.4% and 14.4% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between the age structure of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons aged 0 to 4 (9.4% compared to 6.8%) A larger percentage of persons aged 25 to 29 (8.7% compared to 6.3%) A larger percentage of persons aged 30 to 34 (8.0% compared to 6.1%) A larger percentage of persons aged 5 to 9 (8.1% compared to 6.7%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Central Highlands Regional Council's population increased by 2,218 people (8.4%). This represents an average annual population change of 1.62% per year over the period. The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups: 0 to 4 (+368 persons) 50 to 54 (+326 persons) 25 to 29 (+282 persons) 60 to 64 (+261 persons)

Page 11 of 81 Ancestry Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations. Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in Central Highlands Regional Council regardless of where they were born or what language they speak. Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more complete picture of Central Highlands Regional Council's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry - ranked by size

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Australian 12,916 45.0 38.6 13,305 50.2 42.4 -389

English 10,225 35.6 38.5 8,771 33.1 35.6 +1,454

Irish 2,981 10.4 10.9 2,664 10.1 10.2 +317

Scottish 2,662 9.3 9.7 2,177 8.2 8.7 +485

German 1,741 6.1 6.5 1,612 6.1 6.4 +128

Italian 443 1.5 2.9 342 1.3 2.9 +101

Maori 434 1.5 0.9 251 0.9 0.7 +183

Dutch 322 1.1 1.5 311 1.2 1.5 +11

New Zealander 315 1.1 1.3 234 0.9 1.2 +81

Filipino 265 0.9 0.8 119 0.4 0.6 +146

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Ancestry totals Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Not stated 2,941 10.2 8.0 2,484 9.4 8.9 +457

Total People 28,716 100.0 100.0 26,494 100.0 100.0 +2,221

Total responses 37,696 -- -- 34,229 -- -- +3,467

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 12 of 81 Ancestry, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 13 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries nominated were: Australian (12,916 people or 45.0%) English (10,225 people or 35.6%) Irish (2,981 people or 10.4%) Scottish (2,662 people or 9.3%) German (1,741 people or 6.1%) In combination these five ancestries account for 30,525 responses in total, or 106.30% of all responses. The major differences between the ancestries of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of people with Australian ancestry (45.0% compared to 38.6%) A smaller percentage of people with English ancestry (35.6% compared to 38.5%) A smaller percentage of people with Italian ancestry (1.5% compared to 2.9%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were: English (+1,454 persons) Scottish (+485 persons) Australian (-389 persons) Irish (+317 persons)

Page 14 of 81 Birthplace Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in Central Highlands Regional Council. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source countries for Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time. To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, Central Highlands Regional Council's Country of Birth data should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace - ranked by size

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Country of birth Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 New Zealand 1,100 3.8 4.1 698 2.6 3.5 +402

United Kingdom 499 1.7 4.6 540 2.0 4.5 -41

Philippines 239 0.8 0.6 89 0.3 0.4 +150

South Africa 218 0.8 0.7 91 0.3 0.5 +127

Zimbabwe 91 0.3 0.2 43 0.2 0.1 +48

India 88 0.3 0.4 26 0.1 0.2 +61

Papua New Guinea 72 0.3 0.3 62 0.2 0.3 +10

United States of America 69 0.2 0.3 55 0.2 0.3 +14

Germany 63 0.2 0.5 71 0.3 0.5 -8

Tonga 57 0.2 0.0 12 0.0 0.0 +45

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Birthplace Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Total Overseas born 3,122 10.9 16.7 2,260 8.5 14.8 +862

Non-English speaking 1,153 4.0 6.6 821 3.1 5.7 +332 backgrounds

Main English speaking 1,969 6.9 10.1 1,438 5.4 9.1 +530 countries

Australia 23,142 80.6 76.8 22,240 84.0 77.8 +902

Not Stated 2,453 8.5 6.5 1,971 7.4 7.4 +482

Total Population 28,717 100.0 100.0 26,471 100.0 100.0 +2,246

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 15 of 81 Country of birth, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 16 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the country of birth of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a smaller proportion of people born overseas, as well as a smaller proportion of people from a non-English speaking background. Overall, 10.9% of the population was born overseas, and 4.0% were from a non-English speaking background, compared with 16.7% and 6.6% respectively for Regional QLD. The major difference between the countries of birth of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD was: A smaller percentage of people born in United Kingdom (1.7% compared to 4.6%) Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 862 or 38.1%, and the number of people from a non-English speaking background increased by 332 or 40.4%. The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those born in: New Zealand (+402 persons) Philippines (+150 persons) South Africa (+127 persons) India (+61 persons)

Page 17 of 81 Year of arrival in Australia The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of Central Highlands Regional Council in housing the overseas-born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment opportunities and pre-existing communities located in the area. Central Highlands Regional Council's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data, is a good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011

Year of arrival in Australia Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 9 Aug 2011 1,087 34.9 23.9

2001 to 2005 403 12.9 11.5

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 375 12.0 13.5

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 326 10.5 13.5

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 333 10.7 11.3

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 257 8.3 11.7

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 139 4.5 9.7

Not stated 194 6.2 5.0

Total 3,114 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Year of arrival in Australia, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 18 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a larger proportion of recent arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011). Overall, 45.9% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 34.9% arrived during or after 2006, compared with 59.7% and 23.9% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between the year of arrival data of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of arrivals between 2006 and 9 Aug 2011 (34.9% compared to 23.9%) A larger percentage of arrivals between 2001 and 2005 (12.9% compared to 11.5%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (4.5% compared to 9.7%) A smaller percentage of arrivals between 1961 and 1970 (8.3% compared to 11.7%)

Page 19 of 81 Proficiency in English Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry, Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects Central Highlands Regional Council's ethnic composition and how long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

English proficiency Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 25,270 88.0 87.4 24,161 91.3 88.3 +1,109

Speaks another language, 1,089 3.8 5.9 588 2.2 4.8 +501 and English well or very well

Speaks another language, 107 0.4 0.9 65 0.2 0.7 +42 and English not well or not at all

Not Stated 2,250 7.8 5.8 1,654 6.2 6.2 +596

Total population 28,716 100.0 100.0 26,468 100.0 100.0 +2,248

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Proficiency in English, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 20 of 81 Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in those speaking: Speaks English only (+1,109 persons) Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+501 persons)

Page 21 of 81 Language spoken at home Central Highlands Regional Council's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home other than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic groups and nationalities are retaining their language. Central Highlands Regional Council's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the multicultural community.

Language spoken at home - ranked by size

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Language (excludes English) Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Filipino/Tagalog 205 0.7 0.4 51 0.2 0.2 +154

Afrikaans 149 0.5 0.2 49 0.2 0.1 +100

Tongan 79 0.3 0.0 15 0.1 0.0 +64

Shona 48 0.2 0.0 8 0.0 0.0 +40

Hindi 43 0.1 0.1 23 0.1 0.1 +20

Māori (New Zealand) 38 0.1 0.1 6 0.0 0.0 +32

German 34 0.1 0.4 36 0.1 0.4 -2

Spanish 32 0.1 0.2 47 0.2 0.2 -15

Mandarin 31 0.1 0.3 18 0.1 0.2 +13

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Language summary Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Speaks English only 25,268 88.0 87.4 24,168 91.2 88.3 +1,100

Non-English total 1,189 4.1 6.6 637 2.4 5.4 +552

Not stated 2,260 7.9 6.0 1,681 6.3 6.3 +579

Total Population 28,717 100.0 100.0 26,486 100.0 100.0 +2,231

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 22 of 81 Language spoken at home, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 23 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a larger proportion of people who spoke English only, and a smaller proportion of those speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English). Overall, 88.0% of the population spoke English only, and 4.1% spoke a non-English language, compared with 87.4% and 6.6% respectively for Regional QLD. The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in Central Highlands Regional Council was Filipino/Tagalog, with 0.7% of the population, or 205 people speaking this language at home. There were no major differences between Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD in 2011. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by 552 or 86.7%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 1,100 or 4.6%. The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were for those speaking: Filipino/Tagalog (+154 persons) Afrikaans (+100 persons) Tongan (+64 persons)

Page 24 of 81 Religion Central Highlands Regional Council's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief systems. Central Highlands Regional Council's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as Country of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religions - ranked by size

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Religion Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Western (Roman) Catholic 7,399 25.8 23.6 6,858 25.9 23.5 +541

Anglican 5,652 19.7 20.5 5,567 21.0 21.7 +85

Uniting Church 2,382 8.3 6.7 2,505 9.5 7.5 -123

Christian,nfd 1,039 3.6 2.9 580 2.2 1.9 +459

Presbyterian and Reformed 921 3.2 3.8 987 3.7 4.0 -66

Lutheran 477 1.7 2.0 495 1.9 2.1 -18

Pentecostal 387 1.3 1.5 382 1.4 1.5 +5

Baptist 349 1.2 1.7 318 1.2 1.6 +31

Buddhism 154 0.5 1.0 83 0.3 0.7 +71

Salvation Army 151 0.5 0.3 170 0.6 0.4 -19

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Religion totals Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Christian total 19,290 67.2 65.7 18,318 69.2 67.0 +972

Non Christian total 384 1.3 2.4 226 0.9 1.7 +158

Non-classifiable religious 132 0.5 0.8 122 0.5 0.7 +10 belief

No religion 5,686 19.8 21.3 4,511 17.0 18.4 +1,175

Not stated 3,224 11.2 9.8 3,305 12.5 12.3 -81

Total Population 28,716 100.0 100.0 26,482 100.0 100.0 +2,234

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 25 of 81 Religion, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 26 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a similar proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no religion. Overall, 68.5% of the population nominated a religion, and 19.8% said they had no religion, compared with 68.1% and 21.3% respectively for Regional QLD. The largest single religion in Central Highlands Regional Council was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 25.8% of the population or 7,399 people as adherents. The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (25.8% compared to 23.6%) A larger percentage who nominated Uniting Church (8.3% compared to 6.7%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were for those who nominated: Western (Roman) Catholic (+541 persons) Christian,nfd (+459 persons) Uniting Church (-123 persons) Anglican (+85 persons)

Page 27 of 81 Qualifications Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and Occupation, Central Highlands Regional Council's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Highest qualification achieved

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Qualification level Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Bachelor or Higher degree 2,064 9.5 12.0 1,680 8.5 9.9 +384

Advanced Diploma or 1,222 5.6 7.1 897 4.5 6.1 +325 Diploma

Vocational 5,228 24.1 21.5 4,352 22.0 19.1 +876

No qualification 10,255 47.3 47.4 10,554 53.2 51.2 -299

Not stated 2,889 13.3 12.0 2,338 11.8 13.7 +551

Total persons aged 15+ 21,658 100.0 100.0 19,821 100.0 100.0 +1,837

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Highest qualification achieved, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 28 of 81 Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a similar proportion of people with no formal qualifications. Overall, 39.3% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 47.3% had no qualifications, compared with 40.6% and 47.4% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (24.1% compared to 21.5%) A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (9.5% compared to 12.0%) A smaller percentage of persons with Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (5.6% compared to 7.1%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were in those with: Vocational qualifications (+876 persons) Bachelor or Higher degrees (+384 persons) Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+325 persons) No qualifications (-299 persons)

Page 29 of 81 Highest level of schooling Central Highlands Regional Council's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators, such as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access services. Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.

Highest level of secondary schooling completed

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Level of schooling Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Year 8 or below 1,051 4.9 6.6 1,383 7.0 8.2 -332

Year 9 or equivalent 1,180 5.4 6.1 1,253 6.3 6.6 -73

Year 10 or equivalent 6,159 28.4 27.6 6,241 31.5 29.3 -82

Year 11 or equivalent 2,063 9.5 9.0 1,762 8.9 8.8 +301

Year 12 or equivalent 8,681 40.1 40.9 7,130 36.0 36.1 +1,551

Did not go to school 54 0.2 0.4 56 0.3 0.4 -2

Not stated 2,467 11.4 9.5 1,962 9.9 10.6 +505

Total persons aged 15+ 21,655 100.0 100.0 19,787 100.0 100.0 +1,868

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Highest level of schooling completed, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 30 of 81 Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a lower proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or less) as well as a lower proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent. Overall, 39.0% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 40.1% went on to complete Year 12 or equivalent, compared with 40.7% and 40.9% respectively for Regional QLD. The major difference between the level of schooling attained by the population in Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD was: A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 8 or below (4.9% compared to 6.6%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in Central Highlands Regional Council, between 2006 and 2011 were: Year 12 or equivalent (+1,551 persons) Year 8 or below (-332 persons) Year 11 or equivalent (+301 persons) Year 10 or equivalent (-82 persons)

Page 31 of 81 Education institution attending The share of Central Highlands Regional Council's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties. This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institute attending

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Type of institute Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Pre-school 410 1.4 1.1 464 1.8 1.5 -54

Primary school 2,958 10.3 8.9 2,948 11.1 9.1 +10

Primary - Government 2,095 7.3 6.0 2,314 8.7 6.5 -219

Primary - Catholic 684 2.4 1.7 543 2.0 1.5 +141

Primary - Independent 179 0.6 1.2 91 0.3 1.1 +88

Secondary school 1,527 5.3 6.0 1,404 5.3 6.0 +123

Secondary - Government 976 3.4 3.8 1,026 3.9 3.9 -50

Secondary - Catholic 476 1.7 1.1 351 1.3 1.1 +125

Secondary - Independent 75 0.3 1.1 27 0.1 1.0 +48

TAFE 494 1.7 1.7 472 1.8 1.6 +22

University 443 1.5 2.9 392 1.5 2.5 +51

Other 132 0.5 0.6 105 0.4 0.5 +27

Not attending 19,974 69.6 70.9 18,471 69.7 69.9 +1,503

Not stated 2,779 9.7 7.9 2,242 8.5 8.9 +537

Total 28,717 100.0 100.0 26,498 100.0 100.0 +2,219

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 32 of 81 Education institute attending, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 33 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a higher proportion attending primary school, a lower proportion attending secondary school, and a lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education. Overall, 10.3% of the population were attending primary school, 5.3% of the population were attending secondary institutions, and 3.3% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.9%, 6.0% and 4.6% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons attending a Government primary school (10.3% compared to 8.9%) A larger percentage of persons attending a Catholic primary school (7.3% compared to 6.0%) A smaller percentage of persons not attending (69.6% compared to 70.9%) A smaller percentage of persons attending University (1.5% compared to 2.9%) Emerging groups From 2006 to 2011, Central Highlands Regional Council's population aged 15 years and over increased by 2,219 people (+8.4%). This represents an average annual change of 1.62% per year over the period. The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in Central Highlands Regional Council, between 2006 and 2011 were in those who nominated: Primary - Government (-219 persons) Primary - Catholic (+141 persons) Secondary - Catholic (+125 persons) Secondary school (+123 persons)

Page 34 of 81 Need for assistance Central Highlands Regional Council's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound disability. The information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional care and in the provision of information and support to carers. Central Highlands Regional Council's disability statistics help in understanding the prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with a disability, how that support is provided. Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance with core activities

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age % of total age % of total age group (years) Number group Regional QLD Number group Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 0 to 4 28 1.0 1.0 6 0.3 0.8 +22

5 to 9 45 1.9 2.5 31 1.4 2.0 +14

10 to 19 77 2.0 2.4 39 1.0 1.8 +38

20 to 59 201 1.2 2.6 175 1.1 2.4 +26

60 to 64 56 5.1 6.8 56 6.4 6.2 0

65 to 69 44 6.2 7.7 22 3.8 6.2 +22

70 to 74 33 6.7 10.0 35 9.7 8.5 -2

75 to 79 48 17.3 15.0 60 23.6 14.4 -12

80 to 84 57 33.1 25.0 42 28.0 25.9 +15

85 and over 53 41.1 45.4 55 52.4 46.7 -2

Total persons needing 642 2.2 4.7 521 2.0 4.1 +121 assistance

Need for assistance with core activities

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Assistance needed by age group (years) Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Total persons needing 642 2.2 4.7 521 2.0 4.1 +121 assistance

Total persons not needing 25,614 89.2 88.7 24,024 90.8 88.8 +1,590 assistance

Not stated 2,460 8.6 6.6 1,921 7.3 7.1 +539

Total population 28,716 100.0 100.0 26,466 100.0 100.0 +2,250

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 35 of 81 Need for assistance with core activities, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 36 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in Central Highlands Regional Council compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities. Overall, 2.2% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 4.7% for Regional QLD. The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons aged 80 to 84 (33.1% compared to 25.0%) A larger percentage of persons aged 75 to 79 (17.3% compared to 15.0%) A smaller percentage of persons aged 85 and over (41.1% compared to 45.4%) A smaller percentage of persons aged 70 to 74 (6.7% compared to 10.0%) Emerging groups There were no major differences in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011.

Page 37 of 81 Employment status Central Highlands Regional Council's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure, which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Employment status Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Employed 15,273 97.5 93.8 14,102 97.7 94.9 +1,171

Employed full-time 11,064 70.7 59.1 10,268 71.2 60.7 +796

Employed part-time 3,806 24.3 32.5 3,412 23.6 31.5 +394

Hours worked not stated 403 2.6 2.2 422 2.9 2.7 -19

Unemployed 386 2.5 6.2 328 2.3 5.1 +58

Looking for full-time work 246 1.6 4.0 206 1.4 3.2 +40

Looking for part-time work 140 0.9 2.2 122 0.8 1.9 +18

Total Labour Force 15,659 100.0 100.0 14,430 100.0 100.0 +1,229

Labour force status

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Labour force status Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Total Labour force 15,659 72.3 60.9 14,430 72.9 60.0 +1,229

Not in the labour force 4,021 18.6 32.3 3,913 19.8 32.5 +108

Labour force status not stated 1,975 9.1 6.7 1,463 7.4 7.4 +512

Total persons aged 15+ 21,655 100.0 100.0 19,806 100.0 100.0 +1,849

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 38 of 81 Employment status, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 39 of 81 Dominant groups The size of Central Highlands Regional Council's labour force in 2011 was 15,659 persons, of which 3,806 were employed part-time and 11,064 were full time workers. Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a higher proportion in employment, and a lower proportion unemployed. Overall, 97.5% of the labour force was employed (70.5% of the population aged 15+), and 2.5% unemployed (1.8% of the population aged 15+), compared with 93.8% and 6.2% respectively for Regional QLD. The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995). Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 shows that there was a higher proportion in the labour force (72.3%) compared with Regional QLD (60.9%). Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in Central Highlands Regional Council showed an increase of 1,171 persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 58 persons. In the same period, the number of people in the labour force showed an increase of 1,229 persons, or 8.5%.

Page 40 of 81 Industry sectors of employment Central Highlands Regional Council’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be within the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents as well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region. When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sector of employment

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Industry sector Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Agriculture, Forestry and 1,678 11.0 4.6 1,716 12.2 5.8 -38 Fishing

Mining 3,979 26.0 3.9 3,145 22.3 2.7 +834

Manufacturing 523 3.4 7.6 573 4.1 8.7 -50

Electricity, Gas, Water and 118 0.8 1.2 73 0.5 1.0 +45 Waste Services

Construction 1,198 7.8 9.7 1,212 8.6 9.9 -14

Retail Trade 1,121 7.3 11.3 1,232 8.7 12.1 -111

Wholesale trade 410 2.7 3.2 375 2.7 3.4 +35

Accommodation and Food 991 6.5 7.9 871 6.2 8.1 +120 Services

Transport, Postal and 632 4.1 4.8 632 4.5 4.6 0 Warehousing

Information Media and 66 0.4 1.1 72 0.5 1.2 -6 Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance 152 1.0 2.0 155 1.1 2.1 -3 Services

Rental, Hiring and Real 273 1.8 1.9 219 1.6 2.2 +54 Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and 437 2.9 4.7 381 2.7 4.1 +56 Technical Services

Administrative and Support 333 2.2 3.1 275 1.9 2.9 +58 Services

Public Administration and 573 3.8 6.0 686 4.9 6.3 -113 Safety

Education and Training 1,000 6.5 7.7 897 6.4 7.4 +103

Health Care and Social 695 4.5 11.4 587 4.2 9.6 +108 Assistance

Arts and Recreation Services 71 0.5 1.5 51 0.4 1.4 +20

Other Services 631 4.1 4.0 578 4.1 3.7 +53

Inadequately described or 394 2.6 2.5 384 2.7 2.8 +10 not stated

Total employed persons 15,275 100.0 100.0 14,114 100.0 100.0 +1,161 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 41 of 81 Industry sector of employment, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 42 of 81 Change in industry sector of employment, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 43 of 81 Occupations of employment Central Highlands Regional Council's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be within the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities available in the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with other indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for evaluating Central Highlands Regional Council's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupation of employment

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Occupation Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Managers 2,224 14.6 12.5 2,218 15.7 13.3 +5

Professionals 1,642 10.8 15.6 1,393 9.8 14.2 +249

Technicians and Trades 2,874 18.8 16.3 2,651 18.7 16.5 +223 Workers

Community and Personal 840 5.5 10.3 755 5.3 9.4 +85 Service Workers

Clerical and Administrative 1,766 11.6 13.2 1,503 10.6 13.1 +262 Workers

Sales Workers 874 5.7 10.2 920 6.5 10.6 -46

Machinery Operators And 3,032 19.9 8.2 2,769 19.6 7.8 +263 Drivers

Labourers 1,737 11.4 11.9 1,710 12.1 13.4 +27

Inadequately described 281 1.8 1.8 236 1.7 1.8 +45

Total employed persons 15,270 100.0 100.0 14,157 100.0 100.0 +1,113 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 44 of 81 Occupation of employment, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 45 of 81 Dominant groups An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 shows the three most popular occupations were: Machinery Operators And Drivers (3,032 people or 19.9%) Technicians and Trades Workers (2,874 people or 18.8%) Managers (2,224 people or 14.6%) In combination these three occupations accounted for 8,130 people in total or 53.2% of the employed resident population. In comparison, Regional QLD employed 8.2% in Machinery Operators And Drivers; 16.3% in Technicians and Trades Workers; and 12.5% in Managers. The major differences between the jobs held by the population of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons employed as Machinery Operators And Drivers (19.9% compared to 8.2%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (18.8% compared to 16.3%) A larger percentage of persons employed as Managers (14.6% compared to 12.5%) A smaller percentage of persons employed as Professionals (10.8% compared to 15.6%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 1,113 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in Central Highlands Regional Council were for those employed as: Machinery Operators And Drivers (+263 persons) Clerical and Administrative Workers (+262 persons) Professionals (+249 persons) Technicians and Trades Workers (+223 persons)

Page 46 of 81 Method of travel to work Central Highlands Regional Council's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There are a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of affordable and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the distance travelled to work. Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Main method of travel Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Train 21 0.1 0.6 9 0.1 0.4 +12

Bus 1,238 6.8 1.8 798 5.0 1.5 +440

Tram or Ferry 15 0.1 0.0 0 0.0 0.1 +15

Taxi 27 0.1 0.2 30 0.2 0.2 -3

Car - as driver 9,878 54.6 63.0 8,411 52.5 60.3 +1,467

Car - as passenger 1,717 9.5 6.7 1,675 10.5 7.2 +42

Truck 282 1.6 1.4 262 1.6 1.7 +20

Motorbike 76 0.4 0.9 133 0.8 1.1 -57

Bicycle 134 0.7 1.1 182 1.1 1.3 -48

Walked only 1,173 6.5 4.2 1,245 7.8 4.8 -72

Other 393 2.2 1.7 308 1.9 1.5 +85

Worked at home 1,139 6.3 5.6 1,111 6.9 6.1 +28

Did not go to work 1,700 9.4 11.3 1,585 9.9 11.9 +115

Not stated 292 1.6 1.6 265 1.7 1.8 +27

Total employed persons 18,085 100.0 100.0 16,014 100.0 100.0 +2,071 aged 15+

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 47 of 81 Method of travel to work, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 48 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 1,274 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in Central Highlands Regional Council, compared with 11,953 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, or truck). Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that 7.0% used public transport, while 66.1% used a private vehicle, compared with 2.4% and 72.0% respectively in Regional QLD. The major differences between the method of travel to work of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of persons who travelled by bus (6.8% compared to 1.8%) A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as a passenger) (9.5% compared to 6.7%) A larger percentage of persons who walked only (6.5% compared to 4.2%) A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (54.6% compared to 63.0%) Emerging groups The number of employed people in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 2,071 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were for those nominated: Car - as driver (+1,467 persons) Bus (+440 persons) Did not go to work (+115 persons) Other (+85 persons)

Page 49 of 81 Volunteer work The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors impacting on the level of volunteering in Central Highlands Regional Council include the Age Structure of the population, the level of Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Voluntary work

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Volunteer status Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Volunteer 5,189 24.0 18.6 4,600 23.2 19.0 +589

Not a volunteer 13,998 64.6 72.2 13,293 67.2 70.7 +705

Volunteer work not stated 2,468 11.4 9.2 1,899 9.6 10.3 +569

Total persons aged 15+ 21,655 100.0 100.0 19,792 100.0 100.0 +1,863

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Voluntary work, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 50 of 81 Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011

Page 51 of 81 Unpaid care The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in Central Highlands Regional Council can be an important indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Provided unpaid assistance 1,527 7.1 10.2 1,328 6.7 9.3 +199

No unpaid assistance 17,606 81.3 80.1 16,499 83.4 79.7 +1,107 provided

Not stated 2,520 11.6 9.6 1,960 9.9 11.0 +560

Total persons aged 15+ 21,653 100.0 100.0 19,787 100.0 100.0 +1,866

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Unpaid care, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 52 of 81 Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011

Page 53 of 81 Individual income Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio- economic status of Central Highlands Regional Council. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications and type of employment. The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to Individual Income Quartiles.

Weekly individual gross income

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional QLD Negative Income/ Nil income 1,662 7.7 7.0

$1-$199 1,458 6.7 7.1

$200-$299 1,238 5.7 10.9

$300-$399 1,287 5.9 10.5

$400-$599 1,826 8.4 12.8

$600-$799 1,847 8.5 11.3

$800-$999 1,474 6.8 8.3

$1000-$1249 1,641 7.6 7.5

$1250-$1499 1,308 6.0 5.0

$1500-$1999 1,944 9.0 5.6

$2000 or more 3,404 15.7 4.8

Not stated 2,562 11.8 9.2

Total persons aged 15+ 21,651 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 54 of 81 Weekly individual gross income, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of individual income levels in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a higher proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week). Overall, 24.7% of the population earned a high income, and 26.1% earned a low income, compared with 10.4% and 35.6% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between Central Highlands Regional Council's individual incomes and Regional QLD's individual incomes were: A larger percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (15.7% compared to 4.8%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $1500-$1999 (9.0% compared to 5.6%) A larger percentage of persons who earned $1250-$1499 (6.0% compared to 5.0%) A smaller percentage of persons who earned $200-$299 (5.7% compared to 10.9%)

Page 55 of 81 Household income Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. Central Highlands Regional Council's Household Income is one of the most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications and Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of Central Highlands Regional Council. It is important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household Composition. The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to Household Income Quartiles.

Weekly household income

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011

Weekly income Number % Regional QLD Negative Income/Nil Income 127 1.2 1.3

$1-$199 128 1.2 1.5

$200-$299 178 1.7 2.7

$300-$399 368 3.5 6.4

$400-$599 613 5.9 10.6

$600-$799 541 5.2 9.5

$800-$999 536 5.2 8.7

$1000-$1249 565 5.4 8.0

$1250-$1499 593 5.7 7.4

$1500-$1999 1,127 10.8 10.9

$2000-$2499 753 7.2 7.5

$2500-$2999 1,676 16.1 6.2

$3000-$3499 772 7.4 3.5

$3500-$3999 368 3.5 1.4

$4000-$4999 294 2.8 1.0

$5000 or more 340 3.3 1.0

Not stated 1,418 13.6 12.3

Total households 10,397 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 56 of 81 Weekly household income, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of household income levels in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a larger proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of low income households (those earning less than $600 per week). Overall, 33.2% of the households earned a high income, and 13.6% were low income households, compared with 13.2% and 22.6% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences between the household incomes of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of households who earned $2500-$2999 (16.1% compared to 6.2%) A larger percentage of households who earned $3000-$3499 (7.4% compared to 3.5%) A larger percentage of households who earned $3500-$3999 (3.5% compared to 1.4%) A larger percentage of households who earned Not stated (13.6% compared to 12.3%)

Page 57 of 81 Households summary Central Highlands Regional Council's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It reveals the area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand for services and facilities as most are related to age and household types. To continue building the story, Central Highlands Regional Council's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Household types

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Households by type Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Couples with children 3,656 33.3 27.4 3,524 34.6 27.4 +131

Couples without children 2,507 22.8 27.5 2,377 23.3 26.9 +130

One parent families 595 5.4 10.4 578 5.7 10.0 +17

Other families 79 0.7 1.0 76 0.7 0.9 +3

Group household 373 3.4 3.9 329 3.2 3.7 +44

Lone person 1,752 15.9 21.9 1,707 16.7 20.8 +45

Other not classifiable 602 5.5 3.9 426 4.2 4.8 +176 household

Visitor only households 1,429 13.0 4.1 1,180 11.6 5.3 +249

Total households 10,993 100.0 100.0 10,198 100.0 100.0 +795

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Household types, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 58 of 81 Change in household types, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the household/family types in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a higher proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a lower proportion of one-parent families. Overall, 33.3% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 5.4% were one-parent families, compared with 27.4% and 10.4% respectively for Regional QLD. There were a lower proportion of lone person households and a lower proportion of couples without children. Overall, the proportion of lone person households was 15.9% compared to 21.9% in Regional QLD while the proportion of couples without children was 22.8% compared to 27.5% in Regional QLD. Emerging groups The number of households in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 795 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in family/household types in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: Couples with children (+131 households) Couples without children (+130 households)

Page 59 of 81 Household size The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with extended family members which significantly affects household size. Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size remained stable for the nation as a whole. An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young singles and couples to the area. For greater insight, Central Highlands Regional Council's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Number of persons usually resident Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 1 person 1,756 19.6 23.8 1,734 20.3 23.2 +22

2 persons 2,900 32.3 37.2 2,756 32.2 37.3 +144

3 persons 1,461 16.3 15.3 1,388 16.2 15.3 +73

4 persons 1,613 18.0 14.2 1,521 17.8 14.5 +92

5 persons 827 9.2 6.3 763 8.9 6.5 +64

6 or more persons 413 4.6 3.3 384 4.5 3.2 +29

Total classifiable households 8,970 100.0 100.0 8,546 100.0 100.0 +424

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 60 of 81 Household size, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 61 of 81 Dominant groups Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in Central Highlands Regional Council compared with Regional QLD shows that there were a lower proportion of lone person households, and a higher proportion of larger households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 19.6% of lone person households, and 31.8% of larger households, compared with 23.8% and 23.7% respectively for Regional QLD. The major differences in the household size for Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of households with 4 persons usually resident (18.0% compared to 14.2%) A larger percentage of households with 5 persons usually resident (9.2% compared to 6.3%) A larger percentage of households with 6 or more persons usually resident (4.6% compared to 3.3%) A smaller percentage of households with 2 persons usually resident (32.3% compared to 37.2%) Emerging groups The number of households in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 424 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: 2 persons (+144 households) 4 persons (+92 households) 3 persons (+73 households) 5 persons (+64 households)

Page 62 of 81 Dwelling type Dwelling Type is an important determinant of Central Highlands Regional Council's residential role and function. A greater concentration of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting. Larger, detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential built form often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around public transport nodes or employment centres. Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in Central Highlands Regional Council.

Dwelling structure

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Separate house 10,423 78.1 74.1 9,482 78.7 72.8 +941

Medium density 1,300 9.7 15.4 1,004 8.3 15.7 +296

High density 30 0.2 6.4 23 0.2 7.3 +7

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 1,258 9.4 3.2 1,144 9.5 3.4 +114

Other 279 2.1 0.6 380 3.2 0.7 -101

Not stated 53 0.4 0.2 13 0.1 0.1 +40

Total Private Dwellings 13,343 100.0 100.0 12,046 100.0 100.0 +1,297

Dwelling type

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Dwelling type Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Occupied private dwellings 10,993 81.8 87.7 10,176 83.9 88.4 +817

Unoccupied private 2,348 17.5 11.9 1,873 15.4 11.3 +475 dwellings

Non private dwellings 105 0.8 0.4 82 0.7 0.3 +23

Total Dwellings 13,446 100.0 100.0 12,131 100.0 100.0 +1,315

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 63 of 81 Dwelling structure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 64 of 81 Dominant groups In 2011, there were 10,423 separate houses in the area, 1,300 medium density dwellings, and 30 high density dwellings. In addition, there were 1,258 caravans/cabins/houseboats in the area. Analysis of the types of dwellings in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 shows that 78.1% of all dwellings were separate houses; 9.7% were medium density dwellings, and 0.2% were high density dwellings, compared with 74.1%, 15.4%, and 6.4% in the Regional QLD respectively. In 2011, a total of 81.8% of the dwellings in Central Highlands Regional Council were occupied on Census night, compared to 87.7% in Regional QLD. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 17.5%, which is larger compared to that found in Regional QLD (11.9%). Emerging groups The total number of dwellings in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 1,315 between 2006 and 2011. The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: Separate house (+941 dwellings) Medium density (+296 dwellings) Caravans, cabin, houseboat (+114 dwellings) Other (-101 dwellings)

Page 65 of 81 Number of bedrooms per dwelling The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type information, provides insight into the role Central Highlands Regional Council plays in the housing market. For example, an area of high density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty nesters and some families. In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Number of bedrooms Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 0 or 1 bedrooms 1,329 12.1 6.4 1,297 12.7 6.4 +32

2 bedrooms 1,159 10.5 17.4 1,164 11.4 18.3 -5

3 bedrooms 4,029 36.6 40.0 4,083 40.1 41.8 -54

4 bedrooms 2,880 26.2 24.8 2,396 23.5 21.8 +484

5 bedrooms or more 588 5.3 5.0 504 4.9 4.3 +84

Not stated 1,009 9.2 6.4 741 7.3 7.4 +268

Total households 10,994 100.0 100.0 10,185 100.0 100.0 +809

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 66 of 81 Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a higher proportion of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms. Overall, 22.6% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 31.5% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with 23.8% and 29.8% for Regional QLD respectively. The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (12.1% compared to 6.4%) A larger percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (26.2% compared to 24.8%) A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (10.5% compared to 17.4%) A smaller percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (36.6% compared to 40.0%) Emerging groups The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: 4 bedrooms (+484 dwellings) 5 bedrooms or more (+84 dwellings) 3 bedrooms (-54 dwellings)

Page 67 of 81 Internet connection A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line. Internet connectivity in Central Highlands Regional Council can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household Income and Age Structure.

Type of internet connection

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Connection type Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Total internet connection 7,855 71.5 71.8 5,765 56.6 54.9 +2,090

Broadband connection 7,014 63.8 64.6 3,475 34.1 32.4 +3,539

Dial-up connection 242 2.2 3.0 2,197 21.6 21.8 -1,955

Other connection 599 5.4 4.3 93 0.9 0.6 +506

No internet connection 2,013 18.3 20.2 3,635 35.7 36.6 -1,622

Not stated 1,125 10.2 8.0 788 7.7 8.5 +337

Total households 10,993 100.0 100.0 10,188 100.0 100.0 +805

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Type of internet connection, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 68 of 81 Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in Central Highlands Regional Council compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a lower proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, as well as a lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity. Overall 20.5% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 63.8% had broadband connectivity, compared with 23.2% and 64.6% respectively in Regional QLD. Emerging groups Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 2,090. The largest changes in the internet connectivity in Central Highlands Regional Council, between 2006 and 2011 were: Broadband connection (+3,539 households) Total internet connection (+2,090 households) Dial-up connection (-1,955 households)

Page 69 of 81 Number of cars per household The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The number of motor vehicles per household in Central Highlands Regional Council quantifies access to private transport and will be influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Car ownership

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Number of cars Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 No motor vehicles 417 3.8 6.5 441 4.3 7.5 -24

1 motor vehicle 3,016 27.5 34.7 3,101 30.5 35.8 -85

2 motor vehicles 3,843 35.0 35.1 3,646 35.8 33.6 +197

3 or more motor vehicles 2,604 23.7 16.2 2,154 21.2 14.4 +450

Not stated 1,107 10.1 7.5 841 8.3 8.7 +266

Total households 10,987 100.0 100.0 10,183 100.0 100.0 +804

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Car ownership, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 70 of 81 Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the car ownership of the households in Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that 86.1% of the households owned at least one car, while 3.8% did not, compared with 86.0% and 6.5% respectively in Regional QLD. Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a smaller proportion who owned just one car; a similar proportion who owned two cars; and a larger proportion who owned three cars or more. Overall, 27.5% of the households owned one car; 35.0% owned two cars; and 23.7% owned three cars or more, compared with 34.7%; 35.1% and 16.2% respectively for Regional QLD. Emerging groups The largest changes in the household car ownership in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: 3 or more motor vehicles (+450 households) 2 motor vehicles (+197 households) 1 motor vehicle (-85 households)

Page 71 of 81 Housing tenure Central Highlands Regional Council's Housing Tenure data provides insights into its socio-economic status as well as the role it plays in the housing market. For example, a high concentration of private renters may indicate a transient area attractive to young singles and couples, while a concentration of home owners indicates a more settled area with mature families and empty-nester Household Summary. Tenure can also reflect built form (Dwelling Type), with a significantly higher share of renters in high density housing and a substantially larger proportion of home-owners in separate houses, although this is not always the case. In conjunction with other socio-economic status indicators in Central Highlands Regional Council, Tenure data is useful for analysing housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011 2006 Change

Tenure type Number % Regional QLD Number % Regional QLD 2006 to 2011 Fully owned 2,621 23.8 30.0 2,788 27.4 31.9 -167

Mortgage 2,692 24.5 30.1 2,432 23.9 28.6 +260

Renting 4,453 40.5 31.9 4,002 39.4 30.2 +451

Renting - Social housing 338 3.1 3.7 400 3.9 3.7 -62

Renting - Private 3,863 35.1 27.2 3,292 32.4 25.3 +570

Renting - Not stated 252 2.3 0.9 309 3.0 1.2 -57

Other tenure type 211 1.9 1.1 175 1.7 1.2 +36

Not stated 1,016 9.2 6.9 769 7.6 8.1 +247

Total households 10,993 100.0 100.0 10,166 100.0 100.0 +827

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Housing tenure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 72 of 81 Change in housing tenure, 2006 to 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2006 and 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of Central Highlands Regional Council in 2011 compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a smaller proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a smaller proportion purchasing their dwelling; and a larger proportion who were renters. Overall, 23.8% of the population owned their dwelling; 24.5% were purchasing, and 40.5% were renting, compared with 30.0%, 30.1% and 31.9% respectively for Regional QLD. Emerging groups The largest changes in housing tenure categories for the households in Central Highlands Regional Council between 2006 and 2011 were: Renting - Private (+570 persons) Mortgage (+260 persons) Fully owned (-167 persons) Renting - Social housing (-62 persons) The total number of households in Central Highlands Regional Council increased by 827 between 2006 and 2011.

Page 73 of 81 Housing loan repayments Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in Central Highlands Regional Council, length of occupancy and the level of equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere. Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Monthly housing loan repayments

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011

Monthly repayment amount Number % Regional QLD Nil repayments 108 4.0 2.7

$1-$149 8 0.3 0.6

$150-$299 23 0.9 1.2

$300-$449 38 1.4 2.5

$450-$599 38 1.4 2.2

$600-$799 82 3.0 4.4

$800-$999 85 3.2 5.7

$1000-$1199 113 4.2 6.6

$1200-$1399 153 5.7 7.8

$1400-$1599 140 5.2 6.9

$1600-$1799 211 7.8 8.2

$1800-$1999 193 7.2 6.2

$2000-$2199 282 10.5 9.4

$2200-$2399 193 7.2 4.7

$2400-$2599 140 5.2 3.5

$2600-$2999 278 10.3 8.0

$3000-$3999 283 10.5 8.7

$4000-$4999 75 2.8 2.6

$5000 and over 63 2.3 2.0

Not stated 184 6.8 6.0

Total households with a mortgage 2,690 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 74 of 81 Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in Central Highlands Regional Council compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a larger proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or more), and a smaller proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month). Overall, 26.0% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 14.2% were paying low repayments, compared with 21.3% and 19.3% respectively in Regional QLD. The major differences between the household loan repayments of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of $2200-$2399 (7.2% compared to 4.7%) A larger percentage of $2600-$2999 (10.3% compared to 8.0%) A larger percentage of $3000-$3999 (10.5% compared to 8.7%) A larger percentage of $2400-$2599 (5.2% compared to 3.5%)

Page 75 of 81 Housing rental payments Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in Central Highlands Regional Council than mortgage repayments because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling. High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage, or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income households move by necessity for a lower cost of living. Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Weekly housing rental payments

Central Highlands Regional Council 2011

Weekly rental amount Number % Regional QLD Nil 626 14.0 4.9

$1 - $74 1,026 23.0 4.6

$75 - $99 185 4.1 3.1

$100 - $124 230 5.1 3.6

$125 - $149 100 2.2 3.2

$150 - $174 110 2.5 5.0

$175 - $199 73 1.6 4.2

$200 - $224 103 2.3 6.9

$225 - $249 61 1.4 4.6

$250 - $274 127 2.8 8.3

$275 - $299 61 1.4 5.9

$300 - $324 149 3.3 8.8

$325 - $349 47 1.1 4.8

$350 - $374 116 2.6 7.4

$375 - $399 84 1.9 4.5

$400 - $424 149 3.3 5.2

$425 - $449 51 1.1 1.8

$450 - $549 377 8.4 5.7

$550 - $649 190 4.3 1.8

$650 - $749 108 2.4 0.8

$750 - $849 33 0.7 0.4

$850 - $949 25 0.6 0.2

$950+ 36 0.8 0.7

Rent Not stated 400 9.0 4.0

Total households renting 4,467 100.0 100.0

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 76 of 81 Weekly housing rental payments, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Enumerated data) Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts. Dominant groups Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in Central Highlands Regional Council compared to Regional QLD shows that there was a larger proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), as well as a larger proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week). Overall, 21.7% of households were paying high rental payments, and 48.5% were paying low payments, compared with 16.4% and 19.3% respectively in Regional QLD. The major differences between the housing rental payments of Central Highlands Regional Council and Regional QLD were: A larger percentage of $1 - $74 (23.0% compared to 4.6%) A larger percentage of Nil (14.0% compared to 4.9%) A larger percentage of Rent Not stated (9.0% compared to 4.0%) A larger percentage of $450 - $549 (8.4% compared to 5.7%)

Page 77 of 81 SEIFA - disadvantage Central Highlands Regional Council SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio- economic disadvantage based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of disadvantage. The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment, high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced. A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Queensland

Local Government Area 2011 index Weipa (T) 1,064.5

Brisbane (C) 1,047.7

Isaac (R) 1,047.1

Central Highlands (R) 1,033.2

Redland (C) 1,029.4

McKinlay (S) 1,022.5

Mackay (R) 1,018.2

Gladstone (R) 1,015.5

Gold Coast (C) 1,014.2

Townsville (C) 1,010.6

Bulloo (S) 1,008.3

Sunshine Coast (R) 1,007.3

Moreton Bay (R) 1,004.1

Maranoa (R) 1,001.5

Longreach (R) 998.4

Banana (S) 996.6

Mount Isa (C) 994.9

Toowoomba (R) 992.9

Barcaldine (R) 991.7

Scenic Rim (R) 989.2

Richmond (S) 983.0

Whitsunday (R) 982.1

Cairns (R) 981.0

Rockhampton (R) 979.2

Western Downs (R) 978.3

Goondiwindi (R) 978.0

Logan (C) 970.9

Hinchinbrook (S) 970.0

Burdekin (S) 968.7

Ipswich (C) 966.3

Page 78 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Queensland

Local Government Area 2011 index Etheridge (S) 962.8

Murweh (S) 961.4

Blackall Tambo (R) 960.6

Balonne (S) 958.7

Flinders (S) 955.1

Barcoo (S) 952.9

Quilpie (S) 949.4

Lockyer Valley (R) 947.9

Charters Towers (R) 947.6

Croydon (S) 946.5

Tablelands (R) 944.6

Winton (S) 944.4

Southern Downs (R) 944.4

Cassowary Coast (R) 944.2

Cloncurry (S) 943.3

Somerset (R) 941.9

Burke (S) 932.0

Diamantina (S) 930.7

Bundaberg (R) 930.0

Gympie (R) 928.7

North Burnett (R) 927.8

South Burnett (R) 923.9

Fraser Coast (R) 916.8

Paroo (S) 904.7

Cook (S) 901.9

Torres (S) 899.1

Boulia (S) 889.9

Carpentaria (S) 869.4

Northern Peninsula Area (R) 704.9

Mapoon (S) 699.3

Torres Strait Island (R) 662.5

Lockhart River (S) 658.4

Wujal Wujal (S) 655.4

Hope Vale (S) 620.6

Pormpuraaw (S) 618.9

Mornington (S) 603.9

Palm Island (S) 592.7

Kowanyama (S) 584.8

Doomadgee (S) 549.6

Napranum (S) 535.2

Woorabinda (S) 509.9

Aurukun (S) 483.5

Cherbourg (S) 451.5

Yarrabah (S) 440.7 Page 79 of 81 Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Queensland

Local Government Area 2011 index

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Page 80 of 81 About the community profile Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public. Central Highlands Regional Council Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the Regional Council and its suburbs based on results from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual Estimated Resident Population (ERP). Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography Notes section. Results for Central Highlands Regional Council include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income, qualifications, occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family structure, household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings people live in. The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to answer three important questions: 1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here? 2. How are they changing? 3. How do they compare to other areas? This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it changes. You can be confident about the quality of the information as it is derived from Australian Bureau of Statistics data, analysed and presented by population experts and funded by Central Highlands Regional Council.

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