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Sunshine

64 km²

Sunshine has evolved into a highly accessible urban hub in Melbourne's west. It is a place where the vast majority of residents enjoy a very walkable lifestyle, with essential services and transport just minutes from their front door. The community is marked by a diverse population and a strong connection to public infrastructure. Most homes are situated within a short walk of parks and schools, making it a practical environment for families and commuters alike.

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There are 468 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people here, and 10.7% speak a First Nations language, which is well above the Victorian figure. While Year 12 completion is higher than most similar areas, the unemployment rate of 13.6% is well above the state average.

468 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs Vic 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

40.3% Year 12 Here 40.3% Vic 42.4% Aus 37.0%

13.6% Unemployment Here 13.6% Vic 9.6% Aus 12.3%

$497 Median income Here $497 Vic $619 Aus $540

$1,552 Household income Here $1,552 Vic $1,565 Aus $1,507

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Sunshine is very walkable, with 94% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport, far above the Victorian average. This accessibility extends to other needs, as 81.8% of residents can walk to groceries and 88.7% can reach a school within 15 minutes.

6.6 Walk score

6.4 Types ≤15 min