Indigenous Location · Area profile
Bulman
4 km²
Low personal incomes mark the community of Bulman, where most residents earn far less than the national figure. It is a small, predominantly First Nations settlement in the Roper Gulf region. Cultural ties remain very strong here, with nearly all First Nations people speaking a traditional language. While many residents face high unemployment and low school completion rates, the community maintains a distinct cultural identity.
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First Nations residents are noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 27. While 95% speak a traditional language, the community faces significant hurdles, with a 20% unemployment rate and Year 12 completion far below the Australian average.
The area has very few street intersections, with only 4 per square kilometre. Access to local amenities is limited, as there are no grocery stores or food and drink outlets within walking distance.