Nhulunbuy vs Norfolk Island

Nhulunbuy and Norfolk Island are both remote locations with very different demographics. Nhulunbuy has a far larger First Nations population, and a much higher share of its people speak a First Nations language at 93.6%. In contrast, First Nations residents are far older in Norfolk Island, with a typical age of 51 compared to 27 in Nhulunbuy. Personal income for First Nations people is also far higher in Norfolk Island, where the usual amount is $649 compared to $274 in Nhulunbuy.

Both areas share a similar level of First Nations household income, which sits near the national figure. They are also alike in that no homes are within a 10 minute walk of public transport. While both are mostly car-dependent, Nhulunbuy is generally easier to get around on foot, with far more homes within a 15 minute walk of schools (66.6% versus 19.5%) and health services (64.3% versus 28.0%).