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ACT Remainder - Canberra Central
7 km²
A stark contrast exists between this area and the rest of the territory, as Canberra Central is largely non-residential. While it lacks a permanent population, it serves as a hub for education and infrastructure. This is a sparsely populated zone where the physical environment is more suited to business and services than to housing. It stands out for its steep terrain and a lack of typical neighbourhood amenities.
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This is a non-residential area with a total population of 0.
The area is a major hub for schooling, with 18 schools within 3 km and an average school advantage score that is among the highest at this level. Schools here are typically larger than most, with 66.7% being government-run.
There are 0 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, a figure smaller than about 60% of similar areas.
Transit times to the city are lower than most areas, and the drive time is much lower than most. However, the walk to the nearest stop takes 26 minutes, which is higher than most areas.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the territory figure. Most homes are far from groceries, health services, and public transport, and the terrain slope is well above the territory average.
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