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Nhulunbuy

83 km²

Daily life in Nhulunbuy is mostly car-dependent, as the town is spread out and lacks public transport. It is a distinct community where First Nations residents often see better outcomes in education and employment than in other similar areas. Most homes are within easy reach of a park, though many residents must drive for basic needs like groceries and schooling. This unique mix of high living standards for Indigenous people and a car-reliant layout defines the local experience.

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First Nations residents here have a typical age of 27 and experience much lower unemployment at 6.9% compared to the national figure. This aligns with higher levels of education and incomes that are far above those seen across the Northern Territory.

371 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

37.6% Year 12 Here 37.6% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

6.9% Unemployment Here 6.9% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$597 Median income Here $597 NT $323 Aus $540

$2,525 Household income Here $2,525 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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While 92% of homes are near a park and 73.8% are close to health services, the town is mostly car-dependent. Access to groceries and public transport is far below the Territory average, with no homes located within a 10-minute walk of a transit stop.

3.1 Walk score

3.6 Types ≤15 min