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Cardinia

1,283 km²

A larger-than-average First Nations population sets Cardinia apart from many similar areas. This expansive part of Greater Melbourne is a mix of rural landscapes and growing towns. It is a place where First Nations residents are notably younger and more likely to finish school than the national average. However, the wide-open nature of the region means it is far less walkable than other parts of Victoria.

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First Nations people here are noticeably younger, with a typical age of 20. They are also doing well compared to most similar areas, with a much lower unemployment rate of 7.7% and typical personal incomes that sit well above the national figure.

1,145 First Nations people

20 yrs Median age Here 20 yrs Vic 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

44.7% Year 12 Here 44.7% Vic 42.4% Aus 37.0%

7.7% Unemployment Here 7.7% Vic 9.6% Aus 12.3%

$697 Median income Here $697 Vic $619 Aus $540

$1,811 Household income Here $1,811 Vic $1,565 Aus $1,507

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Getting around on foot is difficult here, with a walkability score that is well below the Victorian average. Many homes are far from essential services, particularly health services, where only 37.2% of residents are within a 15-minute walk.

4.7 Walk score

4.5 Types ≤15 min