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Newcastle - Outer West

102 km²

A high proportion of homes here are closer to public transport than the state average, marking Newcastle - Outer West as a well-connected area. It is home to one of the largest First Nations populations for its type. The community is diverse in its needs, with strong transport links but fewer local health services and shops within walking distance. Overall, it is a spacious region where the typical resident has easier access to parks and trains than people in most other parts of New South Wales.

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First Nations

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There are 3,187 First Nations people here, and they are generally younger than the national figure. This group sees higher school completion rates and a lower unemployment rate of 9.4% compared to the Australian average.

3,187 First Nations people

22 yrs Median age Here 22 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

39.0% Year 12 Here 39.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

9.4% Unemployment Here 9.4% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$619 Median income Here $619 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,647 Household income Here $1,647 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Public transport is very accessible, with 93.4% of homes within a 10-minute walk, which is well above the state figure. However, access to essentials is lower, as health services and groceries are much further away for many residents than in the rest of New South Wales.

6.0 Walk score

5.7 Types ≤15 min