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Exmouth - Ashburton

107,306 km²

Exmouth - Ashburton is a distinct community where First Nations residents achieve outcomes far better than the national trend. This vast region is largely car-dependent and sparsely laid out, yet it supports a First Nations population with very high incomes and low unemployment. It is a place where traditional language remains strong alongside a high level of educational attainment. The community stands out for the strong economic standing of its Indigenous people compared to similar areas.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are noticeably older than the national typical age of 24. This group is doing well financially, with typical personal incomes far above the national figure and an unemployment rate of 7.1%, which is well below the Australian average. Educational success is also higher, as 38.1% finished Year 12, and 21.1% speak a First Nations language.

862 First Nations people

28 yrs Median age Here 28 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

38.1% Year 12 Here 38.1% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

7.1% Unemployment Here 7.1% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$1,068 Median income Here $1,068 WA $481 Aus $540

$2,250 Household income Here $2,250 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score well below the state average. While 64.5% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services—far above the state figure—no homes are within 10 minutes of public transport. Most people rely on cars for daily needs, though 83.4% can walk to a park.

3.8 Walk score

4.7 Types ≤15 min