Anula

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

As of November 2025, the estimated population of the suburb of Anula is around 2,524 people. This reflects an increase of 139 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,385. The latest estimate by AreaSearch, following examination of the ABS ERP data release from June 2024 and address validation since the Census date, suggests this resident population figure. This results in a density ratio of 1,912 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Anula's growth rate of 5.8% since the census positions it within 1.8 percentage points of the SA3 area (7.6%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort to each area, as provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends project an above median growth for national statistical areas, with the suburb expected to expand by 372 persons to reach a total of 2,966 by 2041, reflecting a 14.7% increase over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates that Anula has had virtually no dwelling approvals in recent years. Specifically, there were an estimated 4 homes approved between FY21-FY25 and none so far in FY26. This results in an average of 0.8 dwellings approved per year over the past five financial years.

The demand for housing in Anula is significantly outpacing supply, with an average of 6.2 people moving to the area for each dwelling built between FY21-FY25. The average value of new homes being built is $596,000, which is slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. In terms of commercial approvals, there have been $32,000 registered in Anula this financial year, reflecting its residential nature. Comparatively, Anula shows substantially reduced construction activity compared to Greater Darwin, with an 83.0% reduction below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. However, development activity has picked up in recent periods, although it remains under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent development in Anula has been entirely comprised of detached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 2512 people per dwelling approval, Anula reflects a highly mature market.

Anula has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 8thth percentile nationally

No infrastructure changes or major projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to impact this area. Key projects include Berrimah North Area Plan, Casuarina Square Redevelopment, Northern Suburbs Youth Hub, and Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

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Employment performance in Anula exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Anula has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8%.

As of June 2025, 1,345 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.3% higher than Greater Darwin's rate of 3.0%. Workforce participation in Anula is lower at 66.5%, compared to Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Leading employment industries include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Education & training has a particularly high share of employment, at 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction has limited presence with 8.1% employment compared to the regional average of 9.2%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.8%, while labour force grew by 3.0%, causing a slight rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment grow by 2.9% and labour force expand by 2.9%, with a marginal decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years for the country as a whole. Applying these projections to Anula's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localised population projections.

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

Anula's median income among taxpayers was $65,886 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $73,451 during the same period. For Greater Darwin, the figures were $65,522 and $75,260 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on a 12.01% Wage Price Index growth suggest median income will be approximately $73,799 and average income around $82,272. According to the 2021 Census, Anula's household, family, and personal incomes ranked between the 81st and 81st percentiles nationally. The largest segment of earners in Anula comprised 35.5% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 896 residents falling into this category. This pattern is similar to surrounding regions where 36.7% occupy the same earnings range. Economic strength is evident through 34.7% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. Housing accounts for 14.4% of income. Anula's residents rank within the 82nd percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

As per the latest Census evaluation in Anula, 97.4% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 2.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Darwin's metropolitan area where 68.4% were houses and 31.6% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Anula stood at 25.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 47.2% and rented ones at 27.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Anula was $2,000, lower than Darwin's metro average of $2,028. Median weekly rent in Anula was $400 compared to Darwin's metro figure of $350. Nationally, Anula's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863 while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 80.4% of all households, including 37.7% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 16.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for 19.6%, consisting of 16.3% lone person households and 3.9% group households. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.7.

Anula performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 25.1%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 36.1%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (25.8%). Educational participation is high at 34.5%, comprising 12.8% in primary, 10.5% in secondary, and 5.0% in tertiary education.

Anula Primary School serves the area with an enrollment of 390 students. It offers balanced educational opportunities (ICSEA: 1013) and focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby.

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

Transport analysis indicates ten active stops operating within Anula, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by forty-two routes, facilitating 1,954 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 170 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 279 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 195 weekly trips per individual stop.

Anula's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Anula.

Prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups was very low. Private health cover rate was found to be very high at approximately 56% of the total population (~1,408 people). The most common medical conditions were arthritis and asthma, impacting 6.4 and 6.2% of residents respectively. 74.1% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 77.0% across Greater Darwin. 13.8% of residents were aged 65 and over (348 people), higher than the 12.3% in Greater Darwin. Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Anula 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

Anula's population showed high cultural diversity, with 27.2% born overseas and 23.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Anula, accounting for 43.0% of its population. Buddhism was notably overrepresented compared to Greater Darwin, making up 4.7% versus 4.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (22.2%), English (22.1%), and Other (13.3%). Notable differences existed in the representation of Filipino (4.4% vs regional 4.7%), Australian Aboriginal (9.1% vs 7.4%), and French (0.6% vs 0.5%) ethnic groups.

Anula's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Anula's median age is 37 years, which is higher than Greater Darwin's average of 34 but closely aligned with Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, Anula has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 years at 16.0%, but fewer residents aged 25-34 years at 10.1%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 15-24 years has increased from 11.7% to 14.2%. Conversely, the 35-44 age group has decreased from 14.9% to 12.7%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 11.7% to 10.1%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Anula. The 55-64 age cohort is projected to grow by 25%, adding 79 residents to reach a total of 392. In contrast, the 0-4 age cohort is expected to show minimal growth of just 1%, with no additional residents.