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Blacktown

240 km²

A broad mix of incomes and ages defines the people of Blacktown. This Western Sydney hub has a diverse population and a layout that makes it easy to get around. While typical First Nations incomes are about the same as the national figure, the area is marked by a very large First Nations community. It is a place where most residents live within a short walk of essential services and public transport.

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First Nations

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Blacktown has one of the largest First Nations populations at this level, with 11,812 people. This group is a little younger than the state and national averages, with a typical age of 22, though Year 12 completion is well below the national figure at 30.9%.

11,812 First Nations people

22 yrs Median age Here 22 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

30.9% Year 12 Here 30.9% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

11.4% Unemployment Here 11.4% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$566 Median income Here $566 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,424 Household income Here $1,424 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Public transport is exceptionally accessible here, with 97.3% of homes within a 10 minute walk, far above the state average. While most residents are also well placed for parks and schools, access to health services is far below the New South Wales figure at 45.9%.

5.9 Walk score

5.7 Types ≤15 min