Rosebery - Bellamack

Rosebery - Bellamack has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Rosebery-Bellamack's population was 6,555 as of Feb 2021. By Feb 2026, it had increased to around 6,950, a rise of 395 people (6.0%). This growth is inferred from the estimated resident population in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. The population density as of Feb 2026 is 2,185 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade (2011-2021), Rosebery-Bellamack's population grew at a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outpacing its SA4 region. Natural growth contributed approximately 57.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 from the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends project an above median growth for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. By 2041, Rosebery-Bellamack is expected to increase by 1,176 persons, reflecting a total increase of 16.9% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Rosebery - Bellamack is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Rosebery-Bellamack has seen approximately four new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, with 22 homes approved between FY-21 and FY-25. As of FY-26, six homes have been approved so far. Despite a declining population in recent years, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average value of new dwellings developed is $368,000. In the current financial year, $1.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to residential. When measured against Greater Darwin, Rosebery-Bellamack records significantly lower building activity, at 85% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new properties typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, although development activity has picked up in recent periods. This is also below national averages, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent development has been entirely comprised of detached houses, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. The location has approximately 1303 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Future projections show Rosebery-Bellamack adding 1,176 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Rosebery - Bellamack has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Rosebery - Bellamack performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Rosebery-Bellamack has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.4%, lower than Greater Darwin's 3.1%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.0%.

As of September 2025, there are 4,202 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8% below Greater Darwin's rate. Workforce participation is high at 81.7%, compared to Greater Darwin's 76.0%. According to Census responses, only 3.6% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction.

The area has a strong specialization in public administration & safety (1.3 times the regional level), but health care & social assistance employs fewer locals than Greater Darwin (11.9% vs 14.2%). Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, labour force by 1.9%, with unemployment remaining largely unchanged. In contrast, Greater Darwin recorded similar employment and labour force growth but a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's May-25 national employment forecasts project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Rosebery-Bellamack's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The Rosebery - Bellamack SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $74,678 and an average income of $80,566 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is notably higher than the national figures for Greater Darwin, which had a median income of $66,956 and an average income of $77,199 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.44% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $80,981 (median) and $87,366 (average). Census 2021 income data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Rosebery - Bellamack between the 87th and 90th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 42.1% of locals (2,925 people) fall into the $1,500-$2,999 category, which is similar to the broader trend in the surrounding region at 36.7%. A substantial proportion of high earners (33.9%) have incomes above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity in the area. High housing costs consume 17.1% of income, but despite this, disposable income ranks at the 84th percentile nationally. The SEIFA income ranking places Rosebery - Bellamack in the 7th decile.

Rosebery - Bellamack displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Rosebery-Bellamack, as per the latest Census, 69.8% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 30.2% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is compared to Darwin's metropolitan area, where 63.5% of dwellings are houses and 36.5% are other types. Home ownership in Rosebery-Bellamack stood at 7.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.6% and rented ones at 55.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Darwin's metro average of $2,100. Weekly rent in Rosebery-Bellamack was $400, compared to Darwin's metro average of $385. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents were higher at $375.

Rosebery - Bellamack features high concentrations of group households and family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 77.8% of all households, including 41.8% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 22.2%, with lone person households at 17.7% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Rosebery - Bellamack aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

In Rosebery, as of the latest available data, 22.4% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to the SA4 region's 31.3%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 44.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications. This includes advanced diplomas held by 12.6% of residents and certificates held by 31.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 39.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (15.1%), secondary education (9.9%), and tertiary education (6.4%).

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

Rosebery-Bellamack has 19 active public transport stops, all bus services. These stops are served by 48 routes, offering a total of 2,486 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents located an average of 190 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the dominant transport mode at 94%, with an average of 1.6 vehicles per dwelling. Only 3.6% of residents work from home (2021 Census).

Service frequency averages 355 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 130 weekly trips per stop.

Rosebery - Bellamack's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Rosebery-Bellamack's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The level of common health conditions among the general population is somewhat typical but higher than the nation's average among older cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (4,135 people). The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 7.2 and 6.8% of residents respectively. 78.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 77.1% across Greater Darwin. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 7.1% of residents aged 65 and over (494 people), which is lower than the 10.8% in Greater Darwin. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Rosebery - Bellamack was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Rosebery-Bellamack has a cultural diversity above average, with 22.6% of its population born overseas and 18.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 39.9% of Rosebery-Bellamack's population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 1.3%, which is equal to the regional average.

The top three ancestral groups are Australian (26.4%), English (22.9%), and Other (11.6%). There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino at 3.4% (compared to 3.8% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 7.5% (compared to 7.0%), and New Zealand at 1.0% (compared to 0.6%).

Rosebery - Bellamack hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Rosebery-Bellamack's median age is 30 years, which is lower than Greater Darwin's average of 34 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, Rosebery-Bellamack has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.6%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (7.7%). As per the 2021 Census, the population aged 65-74 increased from 3.6% to 4.9%, while the 55-64 age group rose from 6.4% to 7.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group decreased from 20.0% to 18.2%, and the 5-14 age group fell from 17.9% to 16.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Rosebery-Bellamack. Notably, the 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 32%, adding 261 people and reaching a total of 1,084 from 822 previously. The 0-4 age group is expected to grow by 5%, with an increase of 31 residents.