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Tennant Creek Town

42 km²

A First Nations presence of 1,707 people marks Tennant Creek Town as a significant cultural hub in the Barkly region. This community is largely walkable, with most homes situated close to essential services and parks. However, the area faces steep challenges, including an unemployment rate and low school completion rates among First Nations residents that stand out against national figures. It is a place where traditional languages remain strong despite economic hardships.

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First Nations residents are noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 28. While 44.8% speak a First Nations language, many face hardship; 21.6% are unemployed and typical personal incomes are well below the Australian average.

1,707 First Nations people

28 yrs Median age Here 28 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

18.5% Year 12 Here 18.5% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

21.6% Unemployment Here 21.6% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$336 Median income Here $336 NT $323 Aus $540

$1,210 Household income Here $1,210 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of schools, groceries, and health services, far exceeding Northern Territory averages. Despite this high access to amenities, no homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport.

5.2 Walk score

6.2 Types ≤15 min