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Central Coast - Devonport

1,066 km²

A significant First Nations population defines the community of Central Coast - Devonport. This large group includes many people who are a little older than those in similar areas across the state and country. The region balances its rural landscape with a developed center, where over half of all homes are within a short walk of local amenities. It serves as a key residential and service hub within the Central Coast region of Tasmania.

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There are 3,895 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people here, which is more than 88% of similar areas. While the unemployment rate is a little below the national figure, Year 12 completion is well below both the state and national rates.

3,895 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs Tas 25 yrs Aus 24 yrs

29.9% Year 12 Here 29.9% Tas 33.9% Aus 37.0%

10.3% Unemployment Here 10.3% Tas 10.1% Aus 12.3%

$532 Median income Here $532 Tas $560 Aus $540

$1,273 Household income Here $1,273 Tas $1,370 Aus $1,507

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The area is somewhat walkable, with 76.2% of homes well above the state average for proximity to public transport. However, access to health services is well below the state figure, with only 33.9% of homes within a 15-minute walk.

4.6 Walk score

4.5 Types ≤15 min