Lockhart River vs Napranum

Lockhart River and Napranum are two remote Queensland areas with very different local profiles. Lockhart River has a much higher share of people who speak a First Nations language (80.1%) and a far higher First Nations unemployment rate (41.2%). While Lockhart River's First Nations household income is well higher at $933, Napranum has a higher rate of Year 12 completion among First Nations residents (25.2%).

Both places are almost identical in that no homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport or a 15-minute walk of health services. Residents in Lockhart River generally find more nearby amenities, as the area is mostly car-dependent and has more homes within a short walk of groceries and parks. In contrast, Napranum is car-dependent and has more homes within walking distance of a school.