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Inverell

8,647 km²

A massive gap in accessibility separates Inverell from the rest of the state, with a walkability score far below the New South Wales average. This rural hub is a significant center for First Nations people, who make up one of the largest populations of their kind at this level. While the town serves as a regional anchor, many residents rely heavily on cars to reach basic services. It is a community where a young First Nations population stands out against a backdrop of limited local infrastructure.

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Inverell has one of the largest First Nations populations for its area, and this group is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of just 21. However, they face significant challenges, with an unemployment rate of 17.3% and typical household incomes well below those in New South Wales.

1,738 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

27.7% Year 12 Here 27.7% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

17.3% Unemployment Here 17.3% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$483 Median income Here $483 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,160 Household income Here $1,160 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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The area is mostly car-dependent, as the walkability score is far below the state average. Only 35.3% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, and access to health services is even lower at 26.1%, which is far below the New South Wales figure.

3.6 Walk score

3.8 Types ≤15 min