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Young

2,644 km²

A young First Nations population defines the community in Young. The area is largely car-dependent, with few homes within walking distance of essential services compared to the state average. This rural setting combines a small First Nations community with a landscape where most people rely on vehicles to get around.

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The First Nations community here is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 21. However, typical personal incomes are a little below the national figure, and Year 12 completion is far below the Australian average at 26.7%.

656 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

26.7% Year 12 Here 26.7% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

11.8% Unemployment Here 11.8% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$467 Median income Here $467 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,163 Household income Here $1,163 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Most of the area is car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the New South Wales average. Only 18% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, which is far below the state figure.

3.3 Walk score

3.5 Types ≤15 min