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Alawa

1 km²

A diverse mix of people call Alawa home in the heart of Darwin. This urban pocket is exceptionally convenient, with almost every resident living within a short walk of schools, shops and public transport. The area is notable for a First Nations community that earns significantly more than those in other similar regions. It is a highly accessible neighbourhood where daily needs are just a few minutes away on foot.

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First Nations

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There are 168 First Nations residents here, who typically earn much more than people in most other similar areas. While 15.5% speak a First Nations language, which is well above the national figure, the unemployment rate is higher than most similar areas but well below the Northern Territory average.

168 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

32.7% Year 12 Here 32.7% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

15.5% Unemployment Here 15.5% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$735 Median income Here $735 NT $323 Aus $540

$2,083 Household income Here $2,083 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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Alawa is very walkable, with a score of 7.3 that is well above the Territory average. Every single home is within a 10 or 15-minute walk of public transport, parks, schools and groceries, and 82.9% are close to health services.

7.3 Walk score

7.1 Types ≤15 min