Area profile · Greater Darwin
Stuart Park has an estimated 4,678 residents, up 14.1% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Stuart Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Stuart Park Statistical Area (Lv2), adjoining the Darwin CBD, recorded an estimated population of 4,678 as of August 2026. AreaSearch's analysis shows an increase of 577 people (14.1%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,101 residents. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 4,674 as of June 2025, together with 12 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area's market profile is shaped by severely limited dwelling supply, population density and growth drivers well above average, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of apartments, a well-educated local population, and a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population is comprised largely of group households. The area is very well educated and very affluent, and its population growth reflects moderate expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Stuart Park Statistical Area (Lv2), adjoining the Darwin CBD, recorded an estimated population of 4,678 as of August 2026. AreaSearch's analysis shows an increase of 577 people (14.1%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,101 residents. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 4,674 as of June 2025, together with 12 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area's market profile is shaped by severely limited dwelling supply, population density and growth drivers well above average, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of apartments, a well-educated local population, and a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population is comprised largely of group households. The area is very well educated and very affluent, and its population growth reflects moderate expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,842 in 2001 and 4,674 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,678 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 26.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 41.3%.
Stuart Park ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 88th for income.
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 38 projects in and around Stuart Park, 11 of them under construction.
Road safety upgrades along Stuart Highway in Stuart Park to separate turning traffic from through traffic and provide full protection for pedestrians and cyclists at signals. Concept designs indicate dedicated left turn lanes at Armidale Street, Eden Street, Charles Street and Westralia Street, with improved line marking and signage.
A major revitalisation of the former Coles site into a premium mixed-use precinct in the Darwin CBD. The project includes a multi-level retail podium with a flagship supermarket, specialty retail tenancies, and alfresco dining spaces.
A major refurbishment and adaptive reuse project at the 88 The Esplanade site, involving the conversion of hotel rooms into private residential apartments and the refurbishment of remaining guest suites. The project includes upgrades to the penthouse suites and common areas, with active renovation works scheduled between November 2025 and April 2026.
Major Indigenous cultural centre on the Darwin Waterfront celebrating Larrakia Country, language, culture and knowledge. The project includes exhibition galleries, performance and education spaces, retail, cultural experiences and landscaped public areas.
Luxury residential apartment development comprising 54 premium one, two and three bedroom apartments with rooftop resident amenities in Larrakeyah, close to the Darwin CBD. Publicly available information indicates the project remains under construction, with apartment sales continuing.
Revitalisation of the Civic and State Square Precinct in Darwin CBD to deliver shady parklands, public art, and connections across Parliament House, Supreme Court, and Government House. Completed milestones include the 450-bay underground car park, native gardens, Chan Lawns, and the Liberty Square redevelopment.
Proposed approximately AUD 200 million five-star beachfront tourism development at Little Mindil Beach comprising a hotel, serviced apartments, villas, dining venues, retail, function facilities, recreation areas and public spaces. The NT EPA determined in December 2021 that a formal environmental impact assessment was not required.
The Northern Territory Art Gallery, formally the State Square Building, is a 145 million dollar cultural facility under construction in Darwin's State Square precinct in the CBD, adjacent to Parliament House and the Supreme Court, as part of the Darwin City Deal jointly funded by the Northern Territory and Australian Governments.
Twin seven-storey apartment towers approved for a 6,300 sqm site at 4 Blake St, The Gardens, just outside Darwin's CBD. The development comprises 101 apartments (67 two-bedroom and 34 three-bedroom) with ground-floor commercial tenancies, basement parking, vertical gardens, a swimming pool and public art installations.
Major $250 million masterplanned redevelopment of the Darwin Waterfront Central Precinct. The project includes Australia's first saltwater surf park, a tropical snorkelling lagoon, new waterfront pools, an Entry Plaza, Celebration Lawns, a Convention Centre Hotel, and 2.8 hectares of public parklands.
Residential stage within Northcrest, a Territory Government masterplanned estate in Berrimah, delivering 143 dwellings as part of the Northern Territory's largest residential subdivision.
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Estimated completion year of the 13 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 7, 2027 0, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1. 9 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 | 2 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the Stuart Park SA2 area has seen 3 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Stuart Park SA2's current population of 4,678 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Stuart Park SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Stuart Park SA2 has grown by approximately 338 people, while 9 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 37.6 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 Stuart Park SA2 include: Stuart Highway Road Safety Improvements - Stuart Park (Planning); Darwin City Stadium (Planning); Frances Bay Mooring Basin lock upgrade (Completed); Elysium Green (Approved); and North One Hotel and Apartments (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Stuart Park SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture, and Communities, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Stuart Park SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 1st 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Stuart Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,678 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +14.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,830 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,101 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 577 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.65 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Stuart Park SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,678 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,674 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The stuart park sa2 has added approximately 577 people and shown a 14.07% increase from the 4,101 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Stuart Park SA2 is estimated at 2,835 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Stuart Park SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Stuart Park SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (78.3%), Natural increase (21.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 78.3% of overall population gains.
Stuart Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 39.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 64.9% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Stuart Park SA2 at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Stuart Park is equal to the Greater Darwin 2021 Census average and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Stuart Park SA2 compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 26.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Stuart Park SA2 compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Stuart Park SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Darwin. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (26.6% vs 18.4%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (7.7% vs 13.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.1% of the population in the Stuart Park SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.3% of the population in the Stuart Park SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,866 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $89,285 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,278 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,237 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,682 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 8.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Stuart Park SA2 is approximately $76,322. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,866.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Stuart Park SA2 is approximately $94,821. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $89,285.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Stuart Park SA2 is approximately $76,322 compared to $74,514 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,866 and $70,164 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Stuart Park SA2 is approximately $94,821 compared to $86,622 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $89,285 and $81,565 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Stuart Park SA2's households (~41.3% / 664 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Stuart Park SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 41.3% 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 Stuart Park SA2 is $2,278/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Stuart Park SA2 is $2,682/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Stuart Park SA2 is $1,237/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Stuart Park SA2's median income among taxpayers is $71,866, with an average of $89,285. This is extremely high nationally, and compares to Greater Darwin's median of $70,164 and average of $81,565. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.2% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,322 (median) and $94,821 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Stuart Park SA2 is $8,319 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The stuart park sa2's disposable income is $8,319 compared to $8,044 for Greater Darwin, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Stuart Park places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 80.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,277 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,704 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,330 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Stuart Park SA2 has approximately 3,277 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Stuart Park SA2 stands at 1.6%, which is 2.1 percentage points below Greater Darwin's rate of 3.7%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Stuart Park SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (17.9% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.8%), and accommodation & food (12.3%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Stuart Park SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Stuart Park SA2 is 80.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Darwin average of 72.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The stuart park sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.0% across Greater Darwin. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The stuart park sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 12.8% decline, ranking 37th out of 37 regions nationally.
Stuart Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 42.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
42.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Stuart Park SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 31.3% in Greater Darwin.
25.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Stuart Park SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 32.6% in Greater Darwin.
The stuart park sa2 ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Stuart Park SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (25.2%), Certificate (20.3%), Postgraduate (12.6%).
32.0% of the population in the Stuart Park SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.5% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, 10.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Stuart Park SA2 is 1053, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Stuart Park SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 524 students.
The stuart park sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Stuart Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Darwin.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,607 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,833 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.0 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Stuart Park SA2 had 1,607 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 14.1% to an estimated 1,833 households today.
The average household size in the Stuart Park SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Darwin and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.6%), group households (10.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 992 family households, couples with children account for 23.5% of all households, couples without children at home 29.6%, and single parent families 6.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Darwin, the Stuart Park SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 10.9% (versus 5.6% in Greater Darwin). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.7% compared to 71.0% in Greater Darwin. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the Stuart Park SA2 have an average of 1.0 children, slightly below the Greater Darwin average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 38.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 47.5% have never married. This compares to 42.3% married and 43.1% never married across Greater Darwin.
Single-person households represent 27.6% of all households in the Stuart Park SA2, similar to 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 10.9% of households, above the Greater Darwin average of 5.6%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Stuart Park 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 | 40.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 59.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
Stuart Park scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 40.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Stuart Park, at 37.2% of people, although more residents (46.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 7.6% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Darwin.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Stuart Park are English, comprising 22.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.6% of Stuart Park (vs 3.8% across Greater Darwin), Sri Lankan at 1.3% (vs 0.3%) and Greek at 2.7% (vs 2.3%).
40.8% of the Stuart Park SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 30.3% across Greater Darwin.
32.5% of the population in the Stuart Park SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 26.1% in Greater Darwin.
2.5% of the Stuart Park SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 7.0% in Greater Darwin.
69.3% of the Stuart Park SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 77.8% in Greater Darwin.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Stuart Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Darwin.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,980 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Stuart Park SA2, 14.4% of homes are owned outright, 27.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 58.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 24.9% of dwellings in the Stuart Park SA2 are houses.
In the Stuart Park SA2, 48.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 26.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Stuart Park SA2 stands at 14.4%, compared to 17.9% in Greater Darwin.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Stuart Park SA2 is $1,980, compared to $2,100 in Greater Darwin.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Stuart Park SA2 is $1,552, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Stuart Park SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Stuart Park SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Stuart Park SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.1% of income on repayments (vs 21.9% in Greater Darwin), while renters spend 17.6% of income on rent (vs 17.4% in Greater Darwin).
The dwelling mix in the Stuart Park SA2 consists of 24.9% detached houses, 26.1% semi-detached dwellings, 48.8% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Stuart Park consumes approximately 15.7% of median household income ($9,864 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.
Stuart Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 61.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 81st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 61.5% of people in the Stuart Park SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 58.1% in Greater Darwin.
In the Stuart Park SA2, 2.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 3.7% of people in Greater Darwin require similar assistance.
5.7% of people in the Stuart Park SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.1% of the population across Greater Darwin is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.3% of the Stuart Park SA2 population, while in Greater Darwin, 3.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.7% of people in the Stuart Park SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Darwin,2.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Stuart Park SA2, 61.5% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 47th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 678 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 425 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 11 public transport stops within the Stuart Park SA2.
The Stuart Park SA2 has 678 weekly trips across 14 routes, averaging 96 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 223 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 547 m away and the nearest child care centre 555 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 11 stops nearby, 678 weekly trips, access rating 47 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 3 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 547 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 555 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 585 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 630 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 650 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 797 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 59 places in Stuart Park, about 4.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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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 Stuart Park compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Stuart Park has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 1st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Stuart Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Stuart Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Stuart Park places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Stuart Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Stuart Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Darwin.
Stuart Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Stuart Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Darwin.
Stuart Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Stuart Park has an estimated 4,678 residents, up 14.1% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Stuart Park.
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 Stuart Park.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. 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 14 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 (701011008). 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), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Stuart Park 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 Stuart Park 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.
