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Wauchope

12 km²

Far more people live in Wauchope than in most similar areas, including a larger First Nations community. This town in the Port Macquarie-Hastings region is notably accessible, with a high proportion of homes within walking distance of health services. It is a moderately walkable place where most residents can easily reach parks and groceries on foot. The community is marked by a very young First Nations population and a low unemployment rate for that group.

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First Nations

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There are 716 First Nations people here, and the typical person in this group is just 17, which is noticeably younger than the national figure of 24. The unemployment rate for First Nations residents is 5.6%, which is well below the Australian average of 12.3%.

716 First Nations people

17 yrs Median age Here 17 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

32.9% Year 12 Here 32.9% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

5.6% Unemployment Here 5.6% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$559 Median income Here $559 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,429 Household income Here $1,429 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Wauchope is somewhat walkable with a score of 5.4, though it is far below the state average for public transport and school access. Health services are a standout feature, with 76.2% of homes within a 15-minute walk, far above the New South Wales figure of 57.1%.

5.4 Walk score

5.8 Types ≤15 min