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Playford

347 km²

Lower typical incomes mark the character of Playford, where a large First Nations population lives and works. This broad area in Greater Adelaide is a mix of residential pockets and open spaces. It stands out for having a very young First Nations community and a high number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people compared to similar regions. While public transport and parks are accessible for most, many residents live far from essential shops and health services.

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First Nations

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Playford is home to 4,219 First Nations people, which is more than 90% of similar areas. This community is noticeably younger than the state and national figures, with a typical age of just 20, though it faces a much higher unemployment rate of 20.6%.

4,219 First Nations people

20 yrs Median age Here 20 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

34.9% Year 12 Here 34.9% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

20.6% Unemployment Here 20.6% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$511 Median income Here $511 SA $487 Aus $540

$1,206 Household income Here $1,206 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park or public transport, but the area is far below the state average for access to groceries and health services. This contributes to a walkability score of 4.5, which is a little below the South Australian figure.

4.5 Walk score

4.2 Types ≤15 min