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Canterbury

34 km²

Canterbury has evolved into a highly accessible urban hub in Greater Sydney. It is a place where almost every resident can reach essential services, parks and transport on foot. The community is marked by a strong First Nations presence and a high level of walkability. This ease of movement and local access makes the area distinct compared to the broader state average.

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First Nations

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First Nations people in Canterbury are more likely to have completed Year 12 than those in most other areas, with 49% finishing school. This trend is mirrored in their earnings, as typical personal incomes are well above the national figure.

1,085 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

49.0% Year 12 Here 49.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.9% Unemployment Here 8.9% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$699 Median income Here $699 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,603 Household income Here $1,603 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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The area is very walkable, with 99.8% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Access to health services and groceries is far above the New South Wales average, contributing to a high overall walkability score of 7.9.

7.9 Walk score

7.7 Types ≤15 min