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Yirrkala
8 km²
Almost 96% of people in Yirrkala speak a First Nations language, a rate far above the national figure. This remote community is marked by a strong cultural identity and a population that is noticeably older than First Nations people across the rest of the country. While many residents face significant employment challenges, the area has a high rate of school completion. It is a small, concentrated settlement where most homes are within a short walk of essential services.
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First Nations residents here are typically 30 years old, which is among the highest for similar areas. While the unemployment rate of 17.9% is well above the national figure, Year 12 completion is far above the Northern Territory average at 38.9%. Typical personal incomes are much lower than in most areas, though household incomes are a little above the territory average.
Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, schools, and health services, far exceeding Northern Territory averages. However, there is no public transport available within a 10-minute walk, and the overall walkability score of 4.0 indicates the area remains mostly car-dependent.