How many pieces are in the Community Workers?

Community Workers contains 182 pieces.

When was the Community Workers released?

Community Workers was released in 1996.

🏛 Town

Set #9293

Community Workers

Community Workers is a charming classic Town set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for younger builders or those looking for a simple, enjoyable Town experience.
Build: 182 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $31.50 list price · 17.3¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 5 ratings

Fans appreciate the nostalgic charm and extensive minifigure selection, but some find the building techniques basic and the price somewhat high for the piece count.

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📝 Our Take

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Community Workers is a charming classic Town set. Released in 1996, it perfectly captures the spirit of LEGO Town with its focus on everyday life and diverse minifigure selection, showcasing a wide range of professions.

This set is perfect for LEGO Town enthusiasts and minifigure collectors. The set offers a nostalgic building experience, and the large number of minifigures adds significant value for display and play.

Skip this if you're seeking complex building techniques or large-scale builds. Consider modular buildings like the Bookshop (10270-1) for a more advanced experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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182

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Easy to follow instructions
Focus on playability with vehicles and accessories
Great introduction to the LEGO Town theme
Simple but effective building techniques

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⏳ Retired

The Community Workers set presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its age and the inclusion of 30 minifigures contribute to its increasing value. The Town theme holds nostalgic appeal for many collectors, driving demand. However, the set's original low MSRP might limit substantial price appreciation compared to larger, more complex sets. Monitor the market closely, as the value could fluctuate based on condition and completeness.

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Compared to modern LEGO City sets, Community Workers offers a simpler, more classic building experience. While lacking the advanced techniques of newer sets, its charm lies in its retro aesthetic and extensive minifigure collection. Consider sets like the LEGO City Square (60097-1) for a more contemporary town experience, but Community Workers excels in its unique vintage appeal.

30 Minifigures Included

Launch Command - Astronaut, Helmet, Trans-Neon Green Visor, Blue Airtanks

2x included

Blue Torso, Red Legs, Red Safety Helmet

4 parts

Doctor - White Torso and Legs, Brown Hair

4 parts

Doctor - White Torso and Legs, Red Hair Female

4 parts

Woman, White Shirt with Pockets, Blue Legs, Blue Helmet with Visor

5 parts

Firewoman, Black Fire Jacket with Red Belt and Badge, Brown Hair

4 parts

Blue Torso, Light Gray Legs, Red Hair

4 parts

Pilot - Black Torso, Light Grey Legs, White Cap

4 parts

Blue Torso, Blue Legs, Black Hair Long

4 parts

B-

Blue Torso, Blue Legs, Black Hair, Mustache

4 parts

Fireman, Black Fire Jacket with Red Belt and Badge, White Helmet, Moustache

4 parts

Police - Sheriff, Black Suit

4 parts

Chef - White Torso, Light Gray Legs, Moustache

4 parts

Man, Blue Overalls, Red Cap (3626b Head)

4 parts

Policeman, Black Jacket with Zipper and Badge, White Helmet with Visor, Sunglasses

5 parts

Fireman, Shirt with Gauge and Pocket, Light Gray Legs, White Helmet, Breathing Apparatus, Airtanks, Moustache

7 parts

Waiter, Man, Black Suit and Bow Tie, Black Hair, Moustache

4 parts

Green Torso, Green Legs, Red Safety Hat

4 parts

Green Torso, Light Grey Legs, Brown Ponytail Hair

4 parts

C+

Driver - Red Torso, Blue Legs, Blue Helmet

5 parts

White Torso Octan, Blue Legs, Black Hair

4 parts

White Torso Octan, Green Legs, Black Hair

4 parts

B-

White Torso, Blue Overall, Brown Hair

4 parts

White Torso, Blue Legs, Brown Hair Ponytail

4 parts

Diver - Blue Torso, Blue Legs, Yellow Tanks, Blue Helmet

6 parts

Blue Torso, Blue Legs, Black Hair Ponytail

4 parts

Man - White Torso, Blue Overall, Blue Cap - 3626b Head

4 parts

C+

Pilot - Black Torso, White Legs, Red Hair

4 parts

Woman, White Shirt with Pockets, Red Legs, Red Helmet with Stars and Visor

5 parts

With 30 minifigures, this set is a treasure trove for collectors. The variety of professions, from firefighters to astronauts, makes it a standout for populating any LEGO Town layout.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 182
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 43 unique parts, 87 pieces
Minifigures: 30

LEGO counts 182 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 220, including the 133 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Trash Can with 2 ...

Part #: 2439 1× Dark Gray

Equipment Hand Tr...

Part #: 2495 1× Red

Wheel Skateboard ...

Part #: 2496 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× White

Animal, Bird, Par...

Part #: 2546pr0001 1× Red

Animal, Monkey [C...

Part #: 2550c01 1× Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2921 1× Black

Vehicle Body, Tri...

Part #: 30187a 2× Black

Vehicle Body, Tri...

Part #: 30187a 2× White

Tricycle Body Fro...

Part #: 30189 2× Black

Tricycle Body Fro...

Part #: 30189 2× White

Wheel Centre Wide...

Part #: 30190 4× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Yellow

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Red

Tile 1 x 2 with B...

Part #: 3069bpr0016 2× White

Weapon Axe

Part #: 3835 1× Light Gray

Equipment Brush /...

Part #: 3836 2× Brown

Equipment Shovel ...

Part #: 3837 2× Dark Gray

Minifig Neckwear ...

Part #: 3838 1× Blue

Tool Pickaxe

Part #: 3841 1× Dark Gray

Equipment Signal ...

Part #: 3900 4× White

Equipment Radio [...

Part #: 3962b 1× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150pr0015 1× Yellow

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 2× White

Equipment Frying Pan

Part #: 4528 1× Black

Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...

Part #: 4599a 2× Red

Tool Jack [Comple...

Part #: 4629c01 1× Blue

Equipment Stretcher

Part #: 4714 1× White

Equipment Stretch...

Part #: 4715 2× White

Bicycle Frame [So...

Part #: 4719 1× Black

Bicycle Frame [So...

Part #: 4719 1× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× Black

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 1× Dark Gray

Tool Hammer Cross...

Part #: 55295 1× Dark Gray

Tool Oil Can [Smo...

Part #: 55296 1× Dark Gray

Tool Drill, Electric

Part #: 55297 1× Dark Gray

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 55298 1× Dark Gray

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 55299 1× Dark Gray

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 55300 1× Dark Gray

Minifig Footwear ...

Part #: 59275 2× Black

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014a 8× White

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 6015 12× Black

Tool Chainsaw Blade

Part #: 6117 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Red

Food Ice Cream Sc...

Part #: 6254 1× White

Wheel Bicycle, Fi...

Part #: 92851 4× Trans-Clear

The parts inventory is typical of classic Town sets, with a good selection of basic bricks and plates. The inclusion of several wheels and tires makes it useful for building vehicles.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide (12x) $1.80

White Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin (8x) $0.80

Trans-Clear Bicycle Wheel with Black Tire (4x) $2.00

White Tile 1 x 2 with Black "POLICE" and Red Line Print (2x) $1.50

Light Gray Weapon Axe (1x) $0.75

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.85

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand your LEGO Town with additional community buildings.

🚗 Create custom service vehicles for your community workers.

🌳 Design parks and recreation areas for the minifigures to enjoy.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

YouTube reviews of LEGO Community Workers (9293-1) are limited, with neutral sentiments dominating. TheHappyJawah provides an in-depth review of the 2005 set, while other videos feature related themes such as community helpers and occupations using LEGO minifigures.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

4 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

TheHappyJawah's review offers a detailed look at the Community Workers set (9247), likely providing insights into its design and play features. Other videos, like Make Calbe Laugh's, use LEGO to teach about community helpers, appealing to a younger audience.