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Alawa - Brinkin - Nakara

4 km²

A walkability score of 7.6 makes Alawa - Brinkin - Nakara very walkable compared to the rest of the Territory. This suburban area in Darwin is highly accessible, with nearly every home within a short stroll of public transport and parks. It is a well-serviced community where most residents can reach health services, schools, and groceries on foot. The area also stands out for its First Nations population, who achieve high employment and education outcomes.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here fare well, with a Year 12 completion rate of 43.7% and an unemployment rate of 9.7%, which is far below the Territory's 20.8%. Personal and household incomes for this group are among the highest for similar areas and sit well above national figures.

337 First Nations people

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

43.7% Year 12 Here 43.7% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

9.7% Unemployment Here 9.7% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$813 Median income Here $813 NT $323 Aus $540

$2,197 Household income Here $2,197 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park and public transport, with 93.4% near health services. This level of access is far above the Territory average, contributing to a very walkable environment where most residents are close to essential amenities.

7.6 Walk score

7.2 Types ≤15 min