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Gawler

42 km²

Sitting on the northern edge of Greater Adelaide, Gawler is a wide residential and commercial hub. It blends a suburban feel with easy access to open space, though not every resident can walk to essential services. Most homes are within a short stroll of a park or public transport. The area is home to a young First Nations population that shows strong educational outcomes compared to other similar regions.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community here is quite young, with a typical age of 22. Educational achievement is a standout feature, as Year 12 completion at 42.5% is well above the national figure of 37.0%. Typical personal incomes for First Nations residents are also higher than in most similar areas.

687 First Nations people

22 yrs Median age Here 22 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

42.5% Year 12 Here 42.5% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

12.5% Unemployment Here 12.5% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$576 Median income Here $576 SA $487 Aus $540

$1,389 Household income Here $1,389 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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Gawler is somewhat walkable, with most homes located near parks and public transport. However, it falls far below the state average for access to health services, and many residents live more than 15 minutes away from schools and groceries.

5.0 Walk score

5.0 Types ≤15 min