Ludmilla - The Narrows
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Ludmilla - The Narrows is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Ludmilla - The Narrows' population was 2,563 as of August 2021. By August 2025, it had increased to around 2,705, a rise of 142 people (5.5%). This growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 2,695 in June 2024 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 505 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 59.2% of recent population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort, using ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Nationally, statistical areas are projected to have above median population growth, with Ludmilla - The Narrows expected to expand by 472 persons to 2041, a 17.1% increase over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Ludmilla - The Narrows according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Ludmilla - The Narrows has seen virtually no dwelling approvals in recent years, totalling 1 home over the past five financial years. So far in FY26, 0 approvals have been recorded. Over the past five financial years, between FY21 and FY25, an average of 26 new residents per year was associated with every home built, indicating significant demand exceeding new supply. This typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition.

In this financial year, $705,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Darwin, Ludmilla - The Narrows shows substantially reduced construction, 91.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. Nationally, this is lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Ludmilla - The Narrows has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 3rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. Six projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially influencing the area. Notable projects include Darwin Desalination Plant, Darwin Mid Suburbs Area Plan, Intersection Upgrade - Dick Ward Drive and Fitzer Drive, Richardson Park Community Space. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Ludmilla - The Narrows recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Ludmilla - The Narrows has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 5.3%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.5% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 1,504 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 2.3%, which is 2.3 percentage points higher than Greater Darwin's rate of 3.0%. The workforce participation rate is lower at 67.0% compared to Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Dominant employment sectors among residents include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food services.

However, health care & social assistance has a lower representation at 11.5%, compared to the regional average of 14.2%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. Over the past year, employment increased by 2.5% while labour force grew by 2.9%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Darwin experienced employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ludmilla - The Narrows' employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.3%% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2022, Ludmilla - The Narrows had a median income among taxpayers of $53,359. The average income stood at $65,872. This was slightly above the national average and compared to levels of $65,522 and $75,260 across Greater Darwin respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.01% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $59,767 (median) and $73,783 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Ludmilla - The Narrows cluster around the 70th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that the predominant cohort spans 32.7% of locals (884 people) with incomes between $1,500 and $2,999. This aligns with the region where this cohort likewise represents 36.7%. After housing costs, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Ludmilla - The Narrows is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Ludmilla-The Narrows, as per the latest Census, consisted of 70.7% houses and 29.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Darwin metro's 23.6% houses and 76.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ludmilla-The Narrows was at 18.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.9% and rented ones at 52.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Darwin metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in the area was $260, lower than Darwin metro's figure of $420. Nationally, Ludmilla-The Narrows' mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Ludmilla - The Narrows features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 70.7% of all households, including 29.6% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 14.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 21.9% and group households comprising 6.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.3 people.

Educational outcomes in Ludmilla - The Narrows fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 30.8%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 45.3%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 32.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (23.9%). Educational participation is high, at 32.1%, including primary education (10.9%), secondary education (7.8%), and tertiary education (6.9%).

Ludmilla Primary School serves the area with an enrollment of 133 students. The area has varied educational conditions; it has one school focused exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. Local school capacity is limited at 4.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.1, leading many families to travel for schooling.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis indicates 16 active transport stops operating within Ludmilla - The Narrows. These stops are served by a mix of buses on 39 individual routes, collectively providing 2,057 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 268 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 293 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 128 weekly trips per individual stop.

Ludmilla - The Narrows's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Ludmilla - The Narrows, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~1,417 people), leading that of the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Darwin's 61.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 6.6 and 5.0% of residents respectively. Overall, 75.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 79.9% across Greater Darwin. The area has 11.5% of residents aged 65 and over (309 people), with health outcomes among seniors broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Ludmilla - The Narrows was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Ludmilla-The Narrows, surveyed in Aug 2016, had 24.1% overseas-born residents and 24.6% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion with 37.2%. Buddhism, at 2.7%, was higher than Greater Darwin's 4.1%.

Ancestry-wise, Australians made up 22.0%, English 21.4%, and Australian Aboriginal 13.2% (regional average: 3.9%). Filipino residents were overrepresented at 3.7% (vs regional 2.9%), Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%), and Sri Lankan at 0.5% (vs 0.7%).

Ludmilla - The Narrows hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Ludmilla - The Narrows has a median age of 34 years, matching Greater Darwin's average but lower than Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Darwin, Ludmilla - The Narrows has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (4.8%) and fewer residents aged 25-34 (16.9%). Between 2021 and present, the population aged 5-14 grew from 12.7% to 13.9%, while those aged 75-84 increased from 3.6% to 4.8%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group decreased from 19.3% to 16.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Ludmilla - The Narrows' age profile. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 154 people (41%), increasing from 376 to 531. Meanwhile, the 5-14 cohort is projected to decline by 2 people.