Analysis of the qualifications of the population in Hinchinbrook (S) in 2021 compared to Hope Vale Aboriginal (S) shows that there was a higher proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a lower proportion of people with no formal qualifications.
Overall, 39.9% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 48.0% had no qualifications, compared with 36.2% and 50.5% respectively for Hope Vale Aboriginal (S).
The major differences between qualifications held by the population of Hinchinbrook (S) and Hope Vale Aboriginal (S) were:
- A larger percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (8.5% compared to 5.5%)
- A larger percentage of persons with Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (5.4% compared to 3.6%)
- A smaller percentage of persons with No qualifications (48.0% compared to 50.5%)