Canning - Central vs South Perth

Canning - Central and South Perth are neighbouring areas with different profiles for their First Nations populations. South Perth has a far larger number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with 631 residents compared to 378 in Canning - Central. In South Perth, Year 12 completion for First Nations people is much higher than most areas at 47.2%, while Canning - Central's rate is 38.2%. Meanwhile, First Nations unemployment is well higher in Canning - Central at 22.7%, which is far above the national figure.

Both areas have tracked closely since 2011 in terms of their basic layout and accessibility. They are both very walkable, with almost every home within a short walk of a park or public transport. South Perth has a far higher share of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries at 94.1%, while Canning - Central is better for schools and health services. The typical income and age for First Nations residents are almost identical across the two areas.