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Gold Coast

1,333 km²

Higher typical incomes for First Nations people set Gold Coast apart from many other areas. This large coastal region is a highly accessible place where most people live within a short walk of public transport and parks. It combines a strong sense of amenity with a population that is generally well-educated and employed. The area stands out for its combination of urban convenience and strong economic outcomes for its Indigenous community.

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Gold Coast has one of the largest First Nations populations at this level, with a typical personal income of $695 that is well above the national figure. This group also has a much lower unemployment rate than the state or national average, and Year 12 completion is far above the Australian rate of 37%.

13,593 First Nations people

24 yrs Median age Here 24 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

52.0% Year 12 Here 52.0% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

9.2% Unemployment Here 9.2% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$695 Median income Here $695 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,825 Household income Here $1,825 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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The area is very walkable, with 85.1% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport, far above the Queensland figure. Most residents can easily reach parks and groceries on foot, though access to schools is well below the state average.

6.0 Walk score

5.5 Types ≤15 min