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Wollongong

404 km²

Far more homes are within a short walk of public transport here than across New South Wales. Wollongong is a well-connected coastal city where most residents live close to parks and schools. It is home to one of the largest First Nations populations at this level, with a community that is notably younger and more likely to finish high school than the national average.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community is large and relatively young, with a typical age of 23. Education levels are a standout, as 41.9% finished Year 12, which is well above the national figure of 37.0%. Unemployment is also a little below the Australian average at 9.8%.

6,945 First Nations people

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

41.9% Year 12 Here 41.9% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

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

$605 Median income Here $605 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,602 Household income Here $1,602 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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The area is very walkable, with 94.2% of homes within 10 minutes of public transport. While most people can easily reach a park or school, access to health services is far below the state average, with only 38.3% of homes within a 15-minute walk.

6.0 Walk score

5.8 Types ≤15 min