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Far West

146,855 km²

Spanning a massive area of nearly 147,000 square kilometres, Far West is a vast region of New South Wales. It is an area where First Nations people make up a significant part of the population, numbering 2,410 people. The region is characterised by a unique layout where many homes are surprisingly close to essential services, despite the immense scale of the landscape.

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First Nations

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are common here, though the typical resident is just 24. Year 12 completion is far below the national figure at 21%, and household incomes of $1,181 are well below the Australian average.

2,410 First Nations people

24 yrs Median age Here 24 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

21.0% Year 12 Here 21.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

11.5% Unemployment Here 11.5% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$505 Median income Here $505 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,181 Household income Here $1,181 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Many homes are well positioned for daily needs, with 77.4% within a short walk of groceries and 64.6% near health services, both well above the state average. The overall walkability score is 6.0, which is about the same as the New South Wales figure.

6.0 Walk score

6.3 Types ≤15 min