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Eidsvold
3 km²
Fewer people identify as First Nations in Eidsvold than in about 80% of similar areas. This small town in the North Burnett region is highly convenient for those on foot, with almost every home located within a short walk of health services, schools and shops. While it is a practical place to live, some residents face significant challenges. This is especially true for the First Nations community, where unemployment is much higher than in most other similar areas.
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The First Nations community here is notably older, with a typical age of 31, which is far older than the Queensland figure of 23. Residents face tough economic conditions, as the unemployment rate is 26.0%, far above the state's 13.3%. Household incomes for First Nations people are also among the lowest at this level, falling far below the national figure.
Eidsvold is somewhat walkable, and 93.4% of homes have a 15-minute-city walkshed, far above the Queensland average. Most residents can easily walk to parks, groceries and health services, though no homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport.