Hobart vs Geeveston

Hobart and Geeveston are nearby Tasmanian areas with very different profiles for First Nations people. Hobart has a far larger Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, with typical personal incomes of $701 and a Year 12 completion rate of 59.5%. In Geeveston, the typical personal income is $478, and Year 12 completion is much lower at 26.2%. These differences extend to the job market, where the unemployment rate is well higher in Geeveston at 18.4% compared to 9.4% in Hobart.

Both areas sit near the national figure for First Nations unemployment, though they trend in opposite directions. They are also very similar in their general layout, with both being described as very walkable. While Hobart has far higher street connectivity and more homes within a short walk of public transport, Geeveston is a little more convenient for those walking to groceries, health services and schools.