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Yalata

20 km²

Deep in the remote landscape of unincorporated South Australia, Yalata is a small community shaped by a powerful connection to traditional culture. The area is largely car-dependent and isolated, with a population that is very proud of its heritage. Most people here speak a First Nations language, though they face significant challenges with employment and schooling compared to the rest of the country.

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First Nations

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First Nations people make up a core part of the community, with 87% speaking a traditional language, a figure far above the national average. However, the area faces steep hardships, with an unemployment rate of 29.8% and a typical personal income of $396, which is well below the national figure.

277 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

14.1% Year 12 Here 14.1% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

29.8% Unemployment Here 29.8% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$396 Median income Here $396 SA $487 Aus $540

$1,021 Household income Here $1,021 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.4 that is far below the state average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or parks, though 47% of residents can walk to a school.

0.4 Walk score

0.6 Types ≤15 min