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East Pilbara

372,296 km²

Daily life in East Pilbara is shaped by a vast landscape where few homes have access to public transport. This huge region is home to 1,746 First Nations people, and it stands out for its deep cultural ties, with over half the First Nations population speaking a traditional language. While many residents can walk to a local park, basic services like groceries and health clinics are less accessible than in other parts of the state.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are a little older than the national typical age of 24, and 58.2% speak a traditional language, which is far above the national figure. While household incomes are about the same as the rest of Australia, personal incomes are far below, and the unemployment rate of 17.9% is well above the national average.

1,746 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

35.2% Year 12 Here 35.2% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

17.9% Unemployment Here 17.9% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$311 Median income Here $311 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,529 Household income Here $1,529 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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The area is somewhat walkable with a score of 4.2, though it is well below the Western Australian average. While 90.7% of homes are near a park, no homes have access to public transport, and only 54.1% are within a 15-minute walk of groceries.

4.2 Walk score

4.6 Types ≤15 min