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Mapoon - Napranum - Weipa

33 km²

A larger First Nations population than most similar areas marks the Mapoon - Napranum - Weipa region. This community is defined by strong cultural ties, with 26.8% of people speaking a First Nations language, which is far above the national figure. Residents here generally enjoy higher typical incomes and lower unemployment rates compared to similar regions. However, the area is very car-dependent, with few homes within walking distance of basic services.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here earn a typical household income of $1,925, which is well above the Queensland figure. This economic strength is reflected in an unemployment rate of 11.1%, a little below the national average, and a typical personal income that is higher than most similar areas.

1,865 First Nations people

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

38.2% Year 12 Here 38.2% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

11.1% Unemployment Here 11.1% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$595 Median income Here $595 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,925 Household income Here $1,925 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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The area is heavily car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.3 that is far below the Queensland average. While 62.4% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school, almost no homes have access to public transport or a full range of local amenities within a short walk.

1.3 Walk score

1.7 Types ≤15 min