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Dubbo

59,121 km²

Daily life in Dubbo revolves around a sprawling regional hub where many residents rely on cars to get around. It is a community with a significant and relatively young First Nations population. While the area is quite large, its character is defined by a mix of regional services and a workforce that earns more than those in similar regions. This balance of urban services and rural space makes it a key center for the surrounding district.

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First Nations

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There are 14,624 First Nations people here, who are much younger than those in most similar areas with a typical age of 23. This group sees strong economic outcomes, with personal incomes and unemployment rates that are much better than the usual figures for similar regions.

14,624 First Nations people

23 yrs Median age Here 23 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

30.7% Year 12 Here 30.7% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

10.4% Unemployment Here 10.4% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$606 Median income Here $606 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,413 Household income Here $1,413 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Getting around on foot is harder here than in most of New South Wales. Only about half of homes have easy walking access to basic amenities, and 61.5% of residents live within 10 minutes of public transport, which is far below the state figure.

4.3 Walk score

4.4 Types ≤15 min