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Leigh Creek - Copley

13 km²

Low typical incomes mark the community of Leigh Creek - Copley, where many residents face significant financial hardship. It is a small, rural area in South Australia with a distinctive cultural profile. The community is defined by a strong First Nations presence and a layout that makes most daily needs reachable on foot. Life here is shaped by a mix of accessibility to local services and deep systemic challenges regarding employment and education.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 27. This group faces severe hardship, with an unemployment rate of 53.8% that is far above the national figure, and typical personal incomes that are well below the state and national averages.

68 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

24.4% Year 12 Here 24.4% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

53.8% Unemployment Here 53.8% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$344 Median income Here $344 SA $487 Aus $540

$724 Household income Here $724 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are well-positioned for walking, with 88.9% within a 15-minute stroll of groceries and parks. While access to health services and schools is far above the state average, no homes are within 10 minutes of public transport.

4.8 Walk score

5.6 Types ≤15 min