Indigenous Location · Area profile
Cessnock - Bellbird - Aberdare
21 km²
A large First Nations population of 2,125 people makes Cessnock - Bellbird - Aberdare a significant regional hub. This community is distinguished by a very young First Nations demographic, where the typical age is just 21. While many residents enjoy easy access to parks and transport, the area struggles with a lack of walkable shops and health services. Overall, it is a place where strong community ties and accessibility to nature meet challenges in local infrastructure.
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The First Nations community here is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 21. While household incomes are higher than most similar areas, Year 12 completion at 29.4% is well below the national average of 37.0%.
Public transport is highly accessible, with 92.7% of homes within a 10-minute walk, but the area is far less walkable than the state average for groceries and health services. This results in a walkability score of 4.8, which is well below the New South Wales figure of 6.2.