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Greater Dandenong

130 km²

Situated in the heart of the outer south-east, Greater Dandenong is a major regional hub that blends industrial strength with high accessibility. It is a diverse community where most residents live in a very walkable environment. A huge 91% of homes are part of a 15-minute-city walkshed, making it far more accessible than the state average. This convenience defines the area, as most people can reach essential services and transport on foot.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community here is noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 27. While more people speak a First Nations language compared to the state average, unemployment is 15.2%, which is well above the Victorian rate of 9.6%.

615 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs Vic 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

37.8% Year 12 Here 37.8% Vic 42.4% Aus 37.0%

15.2% Unemployment Here 15.2% Vic 9.6% Aus 12.3%

$489 Median income Here $489 Vic $619 Aus $540

$1,257 Household income Here $1,257 Vic $1,565 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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This is a very walkable area with a score of 7.4, far exceeding the Victorian average. Most homes are within a short walk of everything, including public transport (96.3%) and health services (83.4%), which is far above the state figure.

7.4 Walk score

7.1 Types ≤15 min