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Tarneit - Hoppers Crossing
129 km²
Higher typical incomes for First Nations residents set Tarneit - Hoppers Crossing apart from many similar areas. This wide expanse of Greater Melbourne is a mix of residential pockets and open space. It is a place where most homes are within a short walk of a park or school, though other daily needs often require a car. The community is growing, with a First Nations population that is larger than about 76% of similar areas.
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First Nations residents here earn more than most similar areas, with a typical personal income of $688, which is well above the national figure. While the unemployment rate of 11.7% is about the same as the Australian average, Year 12 completion at 32.7% is well below both the state and national figures.
Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park or school, but access to health services and groceries is far below the Victorian average. The overall walkability score is 5.4, which is a little below the state figure.