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Tumut

4,654 km²

A larger First Nations population than most similar areas marks the character of Tumut. This regional New South Wales town is mostly car-dependent, with a small number of homes located within walking distance of essential services. It is a place where a young First Nations community lives and works, though many struggle more with unemployment than the national average. Overall, it serves as a significant local hub across a wide, sloping landscape.

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The First Nations community here is quite young, with a typical age of 22. While 7.2% speak a First Nations language—well above the New South Wales figure—unemployment is higher than most areas and sits at 13.7%.

734 First Nations people

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

31.0% Year 12 Here 31.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

13.7% Unemployment Here 13.7% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$529 Median income Here $529 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,329 Household income Here $1,329 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Walking is difficult for many residents, as the town is mostly car-dependent with a score of 3.8. This is far below the state average, and only 23.9% of homes are within a 10 minute walk of public transport.

3.8 Walk score

4.2 Types ≤15 min