Holroyd vs Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai

Holroyd and Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai are two nearby areas in New South Wales with very different layouts. Holroyd is more compact and easier to get around on foot, with a far higher share of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries (90.6%) and schools (96.1%). In contrast, Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai sees much higher outcomes for its First Nations residents, including a typical household income of $2,464, which is far higher than the $1,349 seen in Holroyd. Year 12 completion for First Nations people is also far higher in Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai at 63.1%, compared to 36.8% in Holroyd.

These two areas have tracked closely since 2011, both remaining very walkable places for their residents. While Holroyd has more street intersections and public transport options nearby, both areas have a high proportion of homes within a short walk of a park. Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai has a larger First Nations population, though First Nations residents in Holroyd are slightly older on average.