Emerton vs Hebersham

Emerton and Hebersham are neighbouring areas in Blacktown with distinct differences in accessibility and demographics. Emerton is a walker's paradise with a high number of local amenities and 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of health services, compared to just 16% in Hebersham. Hebersham has a far larger First Nations population, with 388 people compared to 221 in Emerton. However, typical personal income for First Nations people is well higher in Emerton at $594, while it is $470 in Hebersham.

Both areas share a very similar landscape, with nearly identical average terrain slopes. They are also alike in that every home is within a short walk of a park, a school, and public transport. While Emerton has more food and drink options nearby, Hebersham has a higher share of public transport stops within walking distance. The two areas also track closely in First Nations household income, with Emerton at $1,125 and Hebersham at $1,115.