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Kalumburu

4 km²

Kalumburu is a small community in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. It is a young area where First Nations people make up a significant part of the population. While many residents speak a First Nations language, the community faces tough economic challenges. Most homes are close to the local school and parks, but the area lacks basic shops and health services within walking distance.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community here is younger than the national figure, with a typical age of 23. However, it faces significant hardship, with a 32.7% unemployment rate and typical personal incomes far below the national figure. Year 12 completion is also far below the state and national rates.

343 First Nations people

23 yrs Median age Here 23 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

15.1% Year 12 Here 15.1% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

32.7% Unemployment Here 32.7% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$296 Median income Here $296 WA $481 Aus $540

$918 Household income Here $918 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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This is a car-dependent area with a walkability score far below the state average. While 92.3% of homes are within 15 minutes of a school or park, no homes are within a short walk of groceries, health services, or public transport.

0.8 Walk score

1.8 Types ≤15 min