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Ballina - Surrounds

375 km²

A First Nations unemployment rate of only 6.7% marks Ballina - Surrounds as a standout area for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This community is defined by strong outcomes for its First Nations residents, who see higher school completion and typical incomes than most similar areas. While the region supports a larger First Nations population than 70% of similar places, it is physically spread out and less walkable than the state average.

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First Nations residents here are doing well, with a typical personal income of $681 and a Year 12 completion rate of 43.6%, both of which are well above the national figures. This success is reflected in an unemployment rate that is much lower than most similar areas.

728 First Nations people

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

43.6% Year 12 Here 43.6% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

6.7% Unemployment Here 6.7% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$681 Median income Here $681 NSW $600 Aus $540

$2,073 Household income Here $2,073 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Getting around on foot is difficult for many, as only 38% of homes are in a 15-minute-city walkshed, far below the state average of 71.9%. Most homes are far from health services, schools, and groceries, resulting in a walkability score that is well below the New South Wales figure.

4.0 Walk score

4.0 Types ≤15 min