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Broome

261 km²

A strong First Nations presence defines Broome, where 3,467 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live. This is far more than in about 86% of similar areas. The community is culturally rich, with many people speaking a First Nations language. While it is a regional hub, it remains mostly car-dependent for daily needs. This mix of deep cultural roots and a spread-out layout gives the town its distinct character.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are typically slightly older than those in the rest of the country, with a typical age of 25. They have higher personal and household incomes than most similar areas, and Year 12 completion at 37.9% is well above the state figure.

3,467 First Nations people

25 yrs Median age Here 25 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

37.9% Year 12 Here 37.9% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

15.2% Unemployment Here 15.2% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$572 Median income Here $572 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,545 Household income Here $1,545 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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Most of Broome is car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. While nearly 70% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, almost no one lives within 10 minutes of public transport.

3.3 Walk score

3.7 Types ≤15 min