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Kiama - Shellharbour

391 km²

Daily life in Kiama - Shellharbour is shaped by a landscape where most homes are very close to parks and public transport. This expansive area is home to a significant First Nations community that is notably younger and more employable than those in similar regions. The area blends natural accessibility with a mix of residential settings, making it a distinct part of the New South Wales coast.

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First Nations

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The area has 4,341 First Nations people, a larger population than about 90% of similar areas. This community is much younger than usual, with a typical age of 21, and enjoys a lower unemployment rate of 8.4% compared to the national figure of 12.3%.

4,341 First Nations people

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

35.9% Year 12 Here 35.9% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.4% Unemployment Here 8.4% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$613 Median income Here $613 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,798 Household income Here $1,798 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a short walk of parks (95.8%) and public transport (91.7%), though fewer people can walk to groceries or health services than in the state average. Overall, the area is considered somewhat walkable with a score of 5.7, slightly below the New South Wales figure of 6.2.

5.7 Walk score

5.5 Types ≤15 min