Indigenous Location · Area profile

Forbes

4,228 km²

A larger First Nations population than most similar areas defines Forbes. This community is notably a hub for Indigenous people, with a young and active population. While some educational gaps exist, the area stands out for its strong employment outcomes for First Nations residents. It is a largely car-dependent regional centre where most residents rely on vehicles to access services.

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Forbes has 1,233 First Nations people, which is more than 85% of similar areas. This community is quite young, with a typical age of 23, and an unemployment rate of 8.2% that is well below the national figure of 12.3%.

1,233 First Nations people

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

28.8% Year 12 Here 28.8% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.2% Unemployment Here 8.2% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$640 Median income Here $640 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,257 Household income Here $1,257 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Most of the area is car-dependent, with a walkability score of 4.0. Access to essentials is limited, as only 35.4% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, which is far below the New South Wales figure of 67.7%.

4.0 Walk score

3.8 Types ≤15 min