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Wugular (Beswick)
3 km²
A huge gap exists between the daily life of Wugular (Beswick) and the national average, particularly in language and access to services. This small community is defined by its deep First Nations roots, where nearly everyone speaks a traditional language. While residents enjoy a much lower unemployment rate than the Northern Territory average, they face significant hurdles in education and income. The area is largely car-dependent, though most homes are within a short walk of a school.
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First Nations people make up a large part of the community, and 98.6% speak a traditional language, which is far above the national figure. While the unemployment rate is well below the territory average, personal incomes are far below the national level and Year 12 completion is much lower than most areas.
The area is car-dependent with a walkability score far below the territory average, as no homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport or a park. However, access to education is a highlight, with 90.6% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a school.