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Sydney - City

26 km²

The city centre has evolved into a high-density hub where urban convenience is the defining feature. Sydney - City is a compact urban core where every resident has immediate access to essential services. It is a place of contrast, hosting a large and relatively affluent First Nations community alongside a world-class infrastructure layout. The area functions as a walker's paradise, blending steep terrain with an incredibly dense network of shops, parks, and transport.

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The First Nations community here is larger than in 84% of similar areas and is notably older, with a typical age of 31. This group is well-qualified and earns more than most, with 54.4% finishing Year 12 and an unemployment rate of 8.6%, which is well below the national figure.

3,009 First Nations people

31 yrs Median age Here 31 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

54.4% Year 12 Here 54.4% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.6% Unemployment Here 8.6% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$724 Median income Here $724 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,442 Household income Here $1,442 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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Everything is within easy reach, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries and health services. This far exceeds New South Wales averages, earning the area a walkability score of 9.6, though residents must navigate a terrain slope of 11.3% which is well above the state figure.

9.6 Walk score

8.0 Types ≤15 min