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Joy Springs

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A very young First Nations population defines Joy Springs, where the typical age is just 20 years. This small community in the Derby-West Kimberley region is culturally distinct, with every First Nations resident speaking a traditional language. While some earn more than the national figure for First Nations households, many others face significant gaps in education and personal income. It is a remote residential pocket where daily life relies entirely on cars.

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First Nations residents here are much younger than in most areas, with only 22% finishing Year 12, which is far below the national figure. While household incomes are higher than most similar areas, personal incomes remain well below the Australian average of $540.

81 First Nations people

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

22.0% Year 12 Here 22.0% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

$389 Median income Here $389 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,593 Household income Here $1,593 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

100.0% Indigenous language Here 100.0% WA 16.0% Aus 12.3%

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The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, shops, or health services, leaving the community far below the Western Australian average for amenity access.

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0.0 Types ≤15 min