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Blacktown - North

87 km²

A huge gap exists between this area and the state average when it comes to local walkability, making Blacktown - North a place where cars are often needed for basic errands. This expansive community is home to 1,356 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, a population that is larger than about 87% of similar areas. It is a region of contrast, where residents enjoy excellent access to public transport but struggle to reach health services and shops on foot.

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The First Nations community here is noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 21. This group sees strong outcomes, including a 4.5% unemployment rate that is well below the national figure, and household incomes that are among the highest at this level.

1,356 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

41.5% Year 12 Here 41.5% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

4.5% Unemployment Here 4.5% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$836 Median income Here $836 NSW $600 Aus $540

$2,179 Household income Here $2,179 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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While 92.4% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, the overall walkability score of 4.9 is well below the state average. Access to essentials is limited, with 42.9% of homes within 15 minutes of groceries and only 36.3% near health services, both far below New South Wales figures.

4.9 Walk score

4.6 Types ≤15 min