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Rockdale

34 km²

A diverse mix of ages and backgrounds makes up the community of Rockdale. This Bayside suburb is a high-access hub where almost every home is within a short walk of parks and public transport. It stands out for its strong infrastructure and accessibility, offering a lifestyle where daily needs are easily reached on foot. This convenience helps support a well-connected population in one of Sydney's established residential areas.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents in Rockdale are noticeably older than the national figure and have far higher Year 12 completion rates than the state average. They also see much lower unemployment and well above average personal incomes compared to both New South Wales and Australia.

863 First Nations people

29 yrs Median age Here 29 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

54.7% Year 12 Here 54.7% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

6.4% Unemployment Here 6.4% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$812 Median income Here $812 NSW $600 Aus $540

$2,127 Household income Here $2,127 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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Described as a walker's paradise, Rockdale has a walkability score of 8.1, which is well above the state figure. Nearly every home is within a 10-minute walk of public transport, and the area provides far better access to health services, schools, and groceries than the New South Wales average.

8.1 Walk score

7.6 Types ≤15 min