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Harvey and Surrounds

1,728 km²

A young First Nations population defines the community of Harvey and Surrounds. This large rural area covers over 1,700 square kilometres and is primarily car-dependent. While the region is sparsely spread, the First Nations community here is noticeably younger than the national average. It is a place where the landscape is open and daily life relies heavily on vehicles to reach essential services.

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The typical First Nations resident is just 21, which is noticeably younger than the state and national figures. Household incomes for this group are $1,756, which is much higher than most similar areas and a little above the Western Australian average.

815 First Nations people

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

30.8% Year 12 Here 30.8% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

13.6% Unemployment Here 13.6% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$555 Median income Here $555 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,756 Household income Here $1,756 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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Most of the area is car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.5 that is well below the state figure. Access to essentials is limited, as only 30.5% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services and 38.1% are near groceries.

3.5 Walk score

3.6 Types ≤15 min