Chelmer vs Fig Tree Pocket QLD
Two Queensland suburbs, about 2.1 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Chelmer | Fig Tree Pocket | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,325 | 4,345 |
| Median age | 41 | 40 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $490 | $590 |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 10 | 10 |
| Tree canopy | 22% | 35% |
| Population 2011 | 2,594 | 3,652 |
What stands out
Chelmer rents cheaper — $490 vs $590 a week at the census.
Both sit in the same SEIFA advantage decile (10 of 10).
Fig Tree Pocket is the greener of the two (35% vs 22% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: Chelmer +28%, Fig Tree Pocket +19%.
In short
The two sit about 2.1 km apart in a straight line, both in Queensland.
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