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Central Capricorn

60,225 km²

A stark contrast to the state average defines Central Capricorn, where car dependence is almost universal. This vast region is mostly non-residential and sparsely populated, with very few homes within walking distance of basic services. It is a place where distance is a major factor in daily life, leaving most residents reliant on vehicles for everything from groceries to healthcare. While the area is largely open land, it supports a significant First Nations population that is notably younger than the national average.

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First Nations

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There are 2,568 First Nations people here, and they are noticeably younger than the national figure with a typical age of 21. However, they face tougher economic conditions, with an unemployment rate of 16.6% which is well above the 12.3% seen across Australia.

2,568 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

34.6% Year 12 Here 34.6% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

16.6% Unemployment Here 16.6% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$484 Median income Here $484 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,382 Household income Here $1,382 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.8 that is far below the Queensland figure. No homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, and only 37.5% can reach groceries within 15 minutes, which is far below the state average of 60.6%.

2.8 Walk score

3.2 Types ≤15 min