Sunshine vs Moonee Valley

Sunshine and Moonee Valley are neighbouring areas in Melbourne's west and north-west. Moonee Valley is a walker's paradise with a walkability score of 8.1, while Sunshine is very walkable at 6.6. There are notable differences in outcomes for First Nations residents; in Moonee Valley, the typical personal income is $796 and 64.9% finished Year 12, compared to $497 and 40.3% in Sunshine. This is consistent with the First Nations unemployment rate, which is well higher in Sunshine at 13.6% compared to 7.9% in Moonee Valley.

Both areas have tracked similarly since 2011 in several ways, such as the typical age of First Nations residents, which is 27 in both places. They both offer excellent access to essentials, with the vast majority of homes sitting within a short walk of public transport, parks and schools. While Moonee Valley has a higher share of homes near health services, both areas remain far more walkable than the national figure.