Moil

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

According to the assessments conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Moil is close to 2,164 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 164 individuals (8.2%) from the 2,000 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. The change is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 2,164 alongside address validation tracking since the Census. This population level yields a density of 2,080 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density of nationwide regions evaluated by AreaSearch. The post-census expansion of 8.2% in Moil trails the national average (9.3%) by only 1.1 percentage points, indicating healthy growth dynamics. The expansion was largely driven by overseas migration, which made up roughly 75.0% of the total population gains in recent times.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this dataset, as well as for tracking growth past 2032, growth rates segmented by age cohort from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) are applied. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the area is projected to experience population growth above the median of Australian statistical areas, climbing by 267 residents by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, which equates to a 12.3% total rise over the 16 years.

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

Only 1 residential development has been approved in Moil over the last five years. This highlights a suburb that is fully built out with minimal prospects for new building projects. The lack of incoming housing supply typically bolsters interest in current properties and helps maintain value stability.

Moil displays substantially lower development volume compared to Greater Darwin. This restricted influx of new homes generally reinforces the value of and demand for pre-existing houses, even though building tasks have quickened lately. The volume also sits below the national benchmark, reflecting the established status of the locality and pointing to potential zoning constraints.

Moil has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 0thth percentile nationally

Changes to local planning, major developments, and infrastructure projects can significantly shape the performance of a suburb. AreaSearch has identified 1 project that is expected to influence the local area. The key developments of interest include the Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade, the Casuarina Square Redevelopment, the Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre, and the CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures, with details of the most relevant projects provided below.

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Moil has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Moil possesses an experienced labor force with solid representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and relatively steady employment figures over the prior year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,142, while the unemployment rate was 1.0% higher than the 3.5% rate in Greater Darwin. Workforce participation is also slightly lower than average (68.5% compared to 72.7% in Greater Darwin). Census records indicate that a minor 4.8% of the local workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.

The primary sectors employing local residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a clear specialization in administrative & support services, where its employment share is 1.7 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, public administration & safety is underrepresented at 15.0% of the workforce compared to 19.5% across the region. Due to its highly residential character, local job opportunities appear restricted, as shown by the comparison of Census workers to resident workers.

According to analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, employment expanded by 0.1% and the labor force grew by 0.8% during the twelve months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Darwin recorded a 0.4% rise in employment, a 0.8% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate prospective demand trends for Moil. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce indicates that employment in Moil would grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and excludes local population changes).

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

According to the most recent postcode ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Moil SA2 recorded a median income of $57,232 and an average income of $67,284. These figures align closely with national benchmarks, comparing to a median of $66,956 and an average of $77,199 in Greater Darwin. Adjusting for WPI growth of 9.41% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $62,618 for the median and $73,615 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Moil sit around the 69th percentile nationwide. The dominant income bracket consists of 35.8% of the population earning between $1,500 - 2,999 per week (774 residents), matching the wider region where 36.7% fall into this range. Housing costs consume 14.2% of household income, while healthy earnings position residents in the 71st percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index places the area in the 5th decile for income.

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

The mix of housing types in Moil at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.4% separate houses and 13.6% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), which compares to 63.5% separate houses and 36.5% other dwellings in metro Darwin. The rate of home ownership in Moil stood at 25.1%, which is significantly higher than the metro Darwin rate, with the remaining residences being mortgaged (39.9%) or rented (35.0%). The median mortgage payment of $1,950 per month was lower than the Darwin metro average, while the median weekly rent of $310 compared to Darwin metro values of $2,100 and $385. Nationally, mortgage payments in Moil exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rents remain far below the national median of $375.

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

Families make up the majority of households at 76.7%, consisting of couples with children at 36.2%, couples without children at 22.4%, and single-parent households at 17.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 23.3%, with single-person households representing 18.1% and group homes making up 4.9%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals exceeds the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Moil fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Moil sits below regional averages, with 28.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 36.1% in the wider SA3 area. This difference points to opportunities for training and educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational training is common, with 33.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, split between advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (23.9%).

The rate of educational enrollment is quite high, with 35.5% of the population currently engaged in study. This group is composed of 12.1% in primary school, 11.0% in high school, and 6.3% attending tertiary institutions.

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

Analysis of local transit indicates 10 active bus stops operating inside Moil. These stops connect to 32 separate routes, which provide a combined total of 1,110 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is excellent, with homes situated an average of 190 meters from the nearest stop. Because of the suburb's residential nature, most workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice of travel at 91%, and 2% choosing to cycle. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A low 4.8% of residents worked from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 rules).

Service frequency averages 158 trips daily across all bus routes, which translates to roughly 111 weekly passenger trips per transit stop.

The level of general health in Moil is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Moil displays favorable health metrics based on mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses analyzed by AreaSearch, with low rates of common health conditions observed across both youth and elderly cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the typical SA2 average, representing approximately 53% of the population (~1,138 people), compared to 57.8% throughout Greater Darwin.

The prominent health conditions recorded locally are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.8 and 5.7% of the community, respectively. Meanwhile, 76.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 77.1% in Greater Darwin. The working-age cohort is healthy with low disease rates. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.3% of the community (308 people), which is higher than the 11.0% share in Greater Darwin. Senior health outcomes are above average, with national rankings aligning with the overall population.

Moil 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

Moil is characterized by a high degree of cultural diversity, with 34.0% of the population born outside Australia and 33.8% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, representing 48.8% of the local population. Buddhism is notably overrepresented at 4.1% of the population, compared to a rate of 3.3% across Greater Darwin.

Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three most common groups in Moil are English at 19.8%, Australian at 19.5%, and Other at 14.8%. There are also distinct differences in other ethnic communities: Filipino residents make up 5.1% of Moil (compared to 3.8% regionally), Greek residents represent 6.1% (compared to 2.3%), and Australian Aboriginal residents account for 6.8% (compared to 7.0%).

Moil's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of 37 years in Moil is slightly higher than the Greater Darwin average of 34, while remaining close to the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, Moil has a higher proportion of residents in the 45 - 54 bracket (15.1%) but a lower share of 25 - 34 year-olds (10.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 12.6% to 14.7% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 3.7% to 5.7%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 15.7% to 13.8%, and the 65 to 74 group fell from 9.2% to 7.7%. Demographic forecasts for 2041 indicate notable shifts, with the 45 to 54 group projected to grow by 29%, adding 96 residents to reach a total of 423. Conversely, declines are expected in the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 age brackets.