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Lachlan

15,859 km²

More than half of similar areas have fewer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people than Lachlan. This vast region of New South Wales is largely rural and car-dependent, which is reflected in its low walkability. Many residents face significant challenges, particularly within the First Nations community where incomes are well below the state and national figures. It is a sparse landscape where access to basic services often requires a vehicle.

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First Nations

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There are 1,091 First Nations people here, who are a little older than the national typical age at 25. This group faces steep hurdles, with an unemployment rate of 14.6% and Year 12 completion at 26.8%, which is far below the Australian figure of 37.0%.

1,091 First Nations people

25 yrs Median age Here 25 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

26.8% Year 12 Here 26.8% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

14.6% Unemployment Here 14.6% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$478 Median income Here $478 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,194 Household income Here $1,194 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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Lachlan is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 3.7, far below the New South Wales figure of 6.2. Access to basics is limited, as only 47.0% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries and only 27.9% are near public transport.

3.7 Walk score

4.1 Types ≤15 min