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Penrith - West

14 km²

High accessibility defines Penrith - West, where 93.5% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport. This area of Greater Sydney is designed for convenience, with most residents able to reach schools, parks, and shops on foot. It is a well-connected community where daily essentials are generally within easy reach. The local landscape is relatively flat, making it an easy place to get around without a car.

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First Nations

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First Nations people in this area fare well compared to others, with a Year 12 completion rate of 43.0% and an unemployment rate of 8.1%, which is well below the national figure of 12.3%. Typical personal income for this group is also much higher than in most similar areas.

538 First Nations people

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

43.0% Year 12 Here 43.0% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

8.1% Unemployment Here 8.1% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$719 Median income Here $719 NSW $600 Aus $540

$2,321 Household income Here $2,321 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

Walkability

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This is a very walkable area with a score of 6.6. Most homes are well-placed for daily needs, as 85.5% are within 15 minutes of a school and 76.4% are near groceries, which is well above the state average.

6.6 Walk score

6.3 Types ≤15 min