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Gordonvale

14 km²

More than 70% of similar areas have fewer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents than Gordonvale. This community stands out for its First Nations population, which is generally younger and more likely to finish Year 12 than those in the rest of the country. While many homes are close to public transport, the town is only somewhat walkable overall. It is a regional hub where local access to parks is common, though daily trips to the shops are less convenient for many.

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First Nations

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First Nations people here are younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 22. While 16.2% are unemployed—which is well above the Australian figure—they are more likely to have finished Year 12 and earn a typical personal income that is higher than in most similar areas.

755 First Nations people

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

45.4% Year 12 Here 45.4% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

16.2% Unemployment Here 16.2% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$591 Median income Here $591 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,754 Household income Here $1,754 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Public transport is very accessible, with 79.9% of homes within a 10-minute walk, far above the Queensland figure. However, the area is less walkable for daily needs, as only 50.4% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, far below the state average.

4.6 Walk score

4.5 Types ≤15 min