Broome vs Fitzroy Crossing

Broome and Fitzroy Crossing are two distinct Western Australian hubs separated by nearly 300km. Broome has a far larger First Nations population, with 3,467 people. In Broome, First Nations households earn a typical income of $1,545, which is far higher than the $846 found in Fitzroy Crossing. Education levels also differ significantly, as Year 12 completion for First Nations people is far higher in Broome at 37.9% compared to 22.9% in Fitzroy Crossing.

Both areas sit near the national figure for First Nations household income and Year 12 completion. While they share similar flat terrain and a total lack of nearby public transport, their layouts differ. Fitzroy Crossing is somewhat walkable, with 82.8% of homes in a 15-minute-city walkshed, whereas Broome is mostly car-dependent at 39.5%. Meanwhile, the use of First Nations languages is far higher in Fitzroy Crossing, where 77.2% of people speak one.