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Armadale

560 km²

Income levels for First Nations residents are higher here than in most similar areas, marking Armadale as a distinct community in Western Australia. The area is vast and generally accessible, with a large majority of homes within a short walk of public transport and local parks. It is a place where many people have easy access to schools and transit, though others find it harder to reach basic shops and health services on foot.

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Armadale has a First Nations population of 2,785 people who are noticeably younger than those in the rest of the state, with a typical age of 21. While Year 12 completion is higher than in most similar areas, the unemployment rate is 20.0%, which is well above the national figure of 12.3%.

2,785 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

35.9% Year 12 Here 35.9% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

20.0% Unemployment Here 20.0% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$565 Median income Here $565 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,531 Household income Here $1,531 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are well-placed for public transport and parks, and 76.9% are within a 15-minute walk of a school. However, the area is less walkable for essentials, with far fewer homes within walking distance of groceries and health services compared to the state average.

5.1 Walk score

4.9 Types ≤15 min