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Leeton

1,190 km²

A larger First Nations population than about 74% of similar areas marks the community of Leeton. This New South Wales town is a mix of rural space and a central hub where residents often rely on cars to get around. While some parts of the town are walkable, many homes sit far from essential services. It is a place where a very young First Nations generation is growing up, contributing to the local character of the region.

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The First Nations community here is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of just 19. While household and personal incomes are higher than most similar areas, Year 12 completion is far below the Australian average at 26.6%.

823 First Nations people

19 yrs Median age Here 19 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

26.6% Year 12 Here 26.6% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

11.9% Unemployment Here 11.9% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$582 Median income Here $582 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,442 Household income Here $1,442 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Leeton is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Only 23.7% of homes are within a 10 minute walk of public transport, and access to health services and groceries is much lower than across New South Wales.

3.8 Walk score

4.0 Types ≤15 min