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Cairns - North

54 km²

A wide stretch of land extending from the coast, Cairns - North is a diverse community where nature meets urban convenience. It is a place where most residents live within easy reach of parks and public transport. The area is marked by a First Nations population that is younger and more highly educated than the national average. This blend of accessibility and strong social outcomes gives the region a distinct, active character.

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First Nations

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First Nations people here are younger than usual, with a typical age of 22. They also see better outcomes than most areas, with a Year 12 completion rate of 54.5% and an unemployment rate of 9.5%, which is well below the Queensland figure.

912 First Nations people

22 yrs Median age Here 22 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

54.5% Year 12 Here 54.5% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

9.5% Unemployment Here 9.5% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$721 Median income Here $721 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,848 Household income Here $1,848 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are well-placed for daily life, with 95.8% within a 15-minute walk of a park and 80.4% near public transport. However, access to schools is much lower than the state average, with only 36.2% of homes within a 15-minute walk.

5.3 Walk score

4.9 Types ≤15 min