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Tamworth

241 km²

A steady regional hub, Tamworth continues to support a growing and diverse population across its sprawling landscape. The area is a significant centre for First Nations people, who make up one of the largest groups of their kind in the region. While the city provides a high level of access to parks and transport, many residents live further away from shops and health services than the state average. It remains a key service centre for the surrounding New South Wales countryside.

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First Nations

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Tamworth has one of the largest First Nations populations at this level, with a typical age of 21 that is noticeably younger than the national figure. While personal incomes are a little above the Australian average, Year 12 completion at 29.5% is well below both state and national levels.

6,201 First Nations people

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

29.5% Year 12 Here 29.5% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

12.8% Unemployment Here 12.8% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$592 Median income Here $592 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,392 Household income Here $1,392 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a short walk of a park or public transport, but far fewer have easy access to groceries or health services compared to the New South Wales average. Overall, the area is somewhat walkable, with a score of 5.4 which is a little below the state figure.

5.4 Walk score

5.2 Types ≤15 min