Anmatjere vs Willowra

Anmatjere and Willowra are both remote Northern Territory areas with distinct profiles. Anmatjere has a far larger First Nations population, with 586 people, and residents are noticeably older, with a typical age of 29. Access to basic needs varies between the two; Anmatjere has far more homes within a 15 minute walk of parks (26.5%) and groceries (16.3%), while Willowra has far better access to health services (100%) and schools (75.8%).

Both areas have tracked similarly since 2011, remaining car-dependent with very low walkability scores. They share a strong First Nations identity, with around 90% of residents in both places speaking a First Nations language. While both areas face significant challenges, the First Nations unemployment rate is far higher in Willowra at 65.0%, compared to 43.7% in Anmatjere. Both remain far above the national figure for unemployment.