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Alawa has an estimated 2,267 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in the area around Alawa.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Alawa Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 9.8 kilometres north-northeast of Darwin CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 2,267, up from 2,078 at the 2021 Census, an increase of 189 people (9.1%). This estimate is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,267 for June 2025, with no change in validated addresses since the Census date. The area has a high share of residents born overseas and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, while children aged 5 to 14 are also elevated. A high proportion of the population is of working age, largely living in group households, and AreaSearch characterises the area's expansion patterns as limited.
Housing supply in the area is severely limited, which constrains options for buyers. Employment leans toward public administration, supported by a substantial hospitality sector. Taken together, these market factors describe a locality with a strong working-age base and a heavy reliance on group households, where tight dwelling supply and limited expansion are the defining features of its outlook.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Alawa Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 9.8 kilometres north-northeast of Darwin CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 2,267, up from 2,078 at the 2021 Census, an increase of 189 people (9.1%). This estimate is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,267 for June 2025, with no change in validated addresses since the Census date. The area has a high share of residents born overseas and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, while children aged 5 to 14 are also elevated. A high proportion of the population is of working age, largely living in group households, and AreaSearch characterises the area's expansion patterns as limited.
Housing supply in the area is severely limited, which constrains options for buyers. Employment leans toward public administration, supported by a substantial hospitality sector. Taken together, these market factors describe a locality with a strong working-age base and a heavy reliance on group households, where tight dwelling supply and limited expansion are the defining features of its outlook.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,232 in 2001 and 2,267 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 17.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.8%.
Alawa ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 73rd for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
AreaSearch tracks 15 projects in and around Alawa, 6 of them under construction.
A major redevelopment of Casuarina Square, the Northern Territory's largest shopping centre, owned and managed by Sentinel Property Group. Work began on 21 July 2025 on the estimated $60 million project, which includes a full Woolworths supermarket fitout and mall specialty upgrade, the Northern Territory's first Woolworths Direct-to-Boot service, a raised…
The Australian Government committed $50 million to deliver up to 100 new social and accessible homes across the Northern Territory under the Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP). The NT Government is delivering the program, with homes built to adaptable standards to suit seniors and people with mobility issues.
A multi-phase expansion of the Northern Territory's primary tertiary hospital located in Tiwi. Key components under construction include a new $57.7 million three-storey Mental Health Inpatient Facility providing 24 beds delivered by Sitzler, and an $18.2 million 32-bed modular multipurpose ward built by Aspire Design & Construct.
Construction of a new three-storey mental health inpatient facility providing acute inpatient beds and a Stabilisation Assessment and Referral Area (SARA). The facility connects to the Emergency Department via an elevated enclosed walkway, with internal fitouts currently progressing toward completion.
A completed $30.8 million, three-storey health teaching and research facility at Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus, known as CDU Blue 8. The Centre for Better Health Futures includes clinical and preclinical simulation environments, laboratories, and research infrastructure, including a simulated emergency department and a 10-bed hospital ward.
Sea Breeze is a six storey residential and commercial development on the corner of Progress Drive and Dick Ward Drive in Coconut Grove, on the fringe of the Nightcliff Commercial Precinct in Darwin.
Purpose-built youth hub to be constructed at Leanyer Recreation Park in Darwin's northern suburbs, providing young people aged 10 to 17 with a safe, structured space to connect, build skills and access support services.
A new $26.8 million aquatic and leisure centre in Casuarina, featuring an 8-lane 50m pool, a resort-style lagoon pool, a learn-to-swim pool, wet and dry play areas, a cafe, BBQ facilities, a gymnasium, and a basketball 3-on-3 court. The project was funded by the City of Darwin and the Australian Government.
A new $10 million, two-storey Trades Training Centre at Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus. The facility will be used to deliver in-demand courses to support the Territory's trades, with an initial focus on construction pathways, carpentry, and plumbing.
Construction of approximately 430 metres of replacement DN150 DICL water main in Edgeview Court, Leanyer, including decommissioning and removal of the existing asbestos water main.
The John Stokes Square redevelopment in Nightcliff has transformed an aging public housing estate into a mixed use social housing and community precinct.
The Northern Territory Government is constructing a new classroom building at Leanyer Primary School.
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Estimated completion year of the 5 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 4, 2027 0, 2028 1. 3 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 0.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the Alawa SA2 area has seen 2 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Alawa SA2's current population of 2,267 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
The Alawa SA2 has seen 0.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 2.6 approvals in Greater Darwin. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 2236 people in the Alawa SA2, compared to one for every 339 in Greater Darwin.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Alawa SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 1, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Alawa SA2 has grown by approximately 81 people, while 4 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 20.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Alawa SA2 include: Casuarina Square Redevelopment (Construction); CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures (Completed); Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade (Construction); Royal Darwin Hospital Expansion (Construction); and Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP) - Greater Darwin / Nightcliff (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Alawa SA2 spans multiple sectors including Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Alawa SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 0th percentile.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Alawa is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,267 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,828 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,078 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 189 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.24 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Alawa SA2 was estimated to be approximately 2,267 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,267 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The alawa sa2 has added approximately 189 people and shown a 9.10% increase from the 2,078 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Alawa SA2 is estimated at 1,828 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Alawa SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Alawa SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (79.4%), Natural increase (20.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 79.4% of overall population gains.
Alawa's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Alawa SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Alawa is comparable to the Greater Darwin 2021 Census average (34 years) yet 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Alawa SA2 compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Alawa SA2 compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Alawa SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Darwin. The most over-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (5.3% vs 3.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.4% of the population in the Alawa SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.6% of the population in the Alawa SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,882 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,832 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,083 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $915 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,186 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Alawa SA2 is approximately $61,471. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,882.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Alawa SA2 is approximately $73,100. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,832.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Alawa SA2 is approximately $61,471 compared to $74,514 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,882 and $70,164 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Alawa SA2 is approximately $73,100 compared to $86,622 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,832 and $81,565 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Alawa SA2's households (~34.8% / 236 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Alawa SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Darwin's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 36.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Alawa SA2 is $2,083/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Alawa SA2 is $2,186/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Alawa SA2 is $915/wk.
The Alawa SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $57,882 and an average of $68,832 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Greater Darwin's median income of $70,164 and average income of $81,565. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.2% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,471 (median) and $73,100 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Alawa SA2 is $7,784 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The alawa sa2's disposable income is $7,784 compared to $8,044 for Greater Darwin, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Alawa has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,142 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,808 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,209 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Alawa SA2 has approximately 1,142 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Alawa SA2 stands at 5.5%, which is 1.9 percentage points above Greater Darwin's rate of 3.7%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Alawa SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.4% of employment), public administration & safety (14.6%), and accommodation & food (9.8%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Alawa SA2 has experienced stable employment levels while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Alawa SA2 is 69.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Darwin average of 72.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Darwin.
The alawa sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 17.4% of the local workforce compared to 14.2% across Greater Darwin. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The alawa sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 12.8% decline, ranking 37th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Alawa sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 35.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
35.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Alawa SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 31.3% in Greater Darwin.
33.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Alawa SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 32.6% in Greater Darwin.
The alawa sa2 ranks in the 45th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Alawa SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (20.5%), Certificate (20.2%), Postgraduate (11.5%).
35.5% of the population in the Alawa SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.1% in primary school, 6.8% in secondary school, 8.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Alawa SA2 is 961, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Alawa SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 431 students.
The alawa sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Alawa features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Darwin.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 679 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 741 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Alawa SA2 had 679 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.1% to an estimated 741 households today.
The average household size in the Alawa SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Darwin and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.4%), group households (7.1%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 512 family households, couples with children account for 33.6% of all households, couples without children at home 26.2%, and single parent families 13.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Darwin, the Alawa SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.4% compared to 23.4% in Greater Darwin. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Alawa SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, slightly above the Greater Darwin average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.8% have never married. This compares to 42.3% married and 43.1% never married across Greater Darwin.
Single-person households represent 17.4% of all households in the Alawa SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Darwin of 23.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 7.1% of households, above the Greater Darwin average of 5.6%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Alawa is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 41.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 61.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
Alawa scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 38.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 41.5% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Alawa, at 38.2% of people, although more residents (44.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.3% of the population, compared to 3.3% across Greater Darwin.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Alawa are English, comprising 19.6% of the population, Other, comprising 17.3% of the population, and Australian, comprising 17.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Darwin's 22.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.8% of Alawa (vs 3.8% across Greater Darwin), Greek at 4.1% (vs 2.3%) and New Zealand at 1.2% (vs 0.6%).
41.5% of the Alawa SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 30.3% across Greater Darwin.
38.1% of the population in the Alawa SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 26.1% in Greater Darwin.
6.0% of the Alawa SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 7.0% in Greater Darwin.
73.1% of the Alawa SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 77.8% in Greater Darwin.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Alawa is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 36.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,777 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Alawa SA2, 23.8% of homes are owned outright, 39.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 36.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.0% of dwellings in the Alawa SA2 are houses.
In the Alawa SA2, 9.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Alawa SA2 stands at 23.8%, compared to 17.9% in Greater Darwin.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Alawa SA2 is $1,777, compared to $2,100 in Greater Darwin.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Alawa SA2 is $1,242, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Alawa SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 19.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Alawa SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Alawa SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 19.7% of income on repayments (vs 21.9% in Greater Darwin), while renters spend 16.3% of income on rent (vs 17.4% in Greater Darwin).
The dwelling mix in the Alawa SA2 consists of 88.0% detached houses, 2.4% semi-detached dwellings, 9.0% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Alawa consumes approximately 13.8% of median household income ($9,019 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
The level of general health in Alawa is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Alawa SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 58.1% in Greater Darwin.
In the Alawa SA2, 5.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 3.7% of people in Greater Darwin require similar assistance.
5.6% of people in the Alawa SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.1% of the population across Greater Darwin is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the Alawa SA2 population, while in Greater Darwin, 3.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Alawa SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Darwin,2.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Alawa SA2, 51.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Darwin sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 58.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 12 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 970 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 189 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 21 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 12 public transport stops within the Alawa SA2.
The Alawa SA2 has 970 weekly trips across 21 routes, averaging 138 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 155 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 333 m away and the nearest school 341 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 12 stops nearby, 970 weekly trips, access rating 73 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 4 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 4th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 333 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 341 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 397 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 824 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest bank | 898 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 899 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 899 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 974 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Alawa compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Alawa has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 0th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Alawa is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Alawa's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Alawa has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
Educational attainment in Alawa sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Alawa features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Darwin.
Alawa is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Alawa is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Alawa is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Alawa has an estimated 2,267 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in the area around Alawa.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Alawa.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (701021010). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Alawa from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Alawa with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
