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Elliott
3 km²
Walking to a local shop or school is a common part of daily life in Elliott. While the town is mostly car-dependent, many homes are within a short stroll of groceries and parks. The community is small and sparsely populated, with a strong presence of First Nations people. It is a place where traditional languages are still spoken, though many residents face significant financial challenges compared to the rest of the country.
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First Nations residents here are a little older than the national figure, with a typical age of 26. While unemployment is far below the national rate at 0.0%, incomes are much lower than most areas, and Year 12 completion is far below the national figure at 13.0%.
Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school (82.8%) or groceries (81.1%), which is far above the Northern Territory figures. However, there is no public transport or health services within walking distance, leaving the overall walkability score far below the territory average.