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Shoalhaven

4,375 km²

Recent growth and shifts in the population have shaped the modern identity of Shoalhaven. It is a large regional area in New South Wales that balances a strong First Nations presence with a sprawling landscape. While it is home to a significant number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the area is largely rural and spread out. This geography means that for many residents, daily needs are not within easy walking distance.

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First Nations

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Shoalhaven has one of the largest First Nations populations at this level, with 7,060 people. The unemployment rate for this group is 11.1%, which is lower than most similar areas, though Year 12 completion at 30.0% is well below the national figure of 37.0%.

7,060 First Nations people

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

30.0% Year 12 Here 30.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

11.1% Unemployment Here 11.1% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$545 Median income Here $545 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,332 Household income Here $1,332 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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Getting around on foot is difficult here, as only 43.6% of homes have a 15-minute-city walkshed, far below the New South Wales figure of 71.9%. Access to essential services is limited, with just 29.8% of homes within a 15-minute walk of health services.

4.2 Walk score

4.1 Types ≤15 min