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Lachlan

15,844 km²

Low household incomes mark the character of Lachlan, where many people earn well below the national figure. This vast region is sparsely populated and heavily reliant on cars to get around. While some residents find success in the workforce, others struggle with limited access to basic services. It is a quiet part of New South Wales where the landscape is open and the pace of life is slow.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are typically 24 years old and have an unemployment rate of 8.0%, which is much lower than most similar areas. However, personal and household incomes for this group are well below both the state and national figures.

213 First Nations people

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

31.5% Year 12 Here 31.5% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.0% Unemployment Here 8.0% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$453 Median income Here $453 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,196 Household income Here $1,196 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Life in Lachlan is car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.5 that is far below the New South Wales average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of schools, health services or groceries, and only 4.6% of dwellings are near public transport.

1.5 Walk score

1.6 Types ≤15 min