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Northam

27 km²

Daily life in Northam relies heavily on cars, as the town is mostly car-dependent with few services within easy walking distance. It is a regional hub in Western Australia where a significant First Nations community resides. This population is notably young, with a typical age of just 20 years. While some residents enjoy easy access to local schools and parks, many others face challenges with lower incomes and higher unemployment rates.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community is noticeably younger than the national figure, but faces steep hurdles; only 21.1% finished Year 12, which is far below the Australian rate of 37%. This lack of schooling is consistent with a 20.5% unemployment rate, which is well above the national figure of 12.3%.

557 First Nations people

20 yrs Median age Here 20 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

21.1% Year 12 Here 21.1% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

20.5% Unemployment Here 20.5% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$455 Median income Here $455 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,098 Household income Here $1,098 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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Northam is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the Western Australian average. Only 13.4% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, and access to health services is far below the state figure.

3.3 Walk score

3.7 Types ≤15 min