Araluen (NT)

Araluen 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 Nov 2025, the estimated population of Araluen (NT) is around 2,923, reflecting an increase of 250 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 2,673 in the suburb. This growth of 9.4% exceeds the national average of 8.9%, making Araluen a growth leader in the region. AreaSearch estimated this population based on ABS ERP data from June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the area. AreaSearch adopted 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 applied growth rates by age cohort from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). By 2041, the suburb is projected to increase by 407 persons, reflecting a total increase of 13.4% over the 17 years.

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

Araluen had an average of two dwelling approvals per year between 2016 and 2020, totaling ten dwellings over the five-year period. This limited development activity is typical of rural areas due to modest housing needs and constraints on construction activity by local demand and infrastructure capacity. Notably, the small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Araluen's construction activity is lower than that of the Rest of NT and below national patterns. Recent developments in Araluen have been exclusively detached houses, with a focus on family homes suited for those seeking rural lifestyle and space. This preference for detached housing (74.0% at Census) indicates robust demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 5775 people, reflecting the area's quiet, low activity development environment.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Araluen is projected to add 391 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified ten projects that could impact the region. Key initiatives include the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery of Australia, Alice Springs Hospital Emergency Department Redevelopment (scheduled for completion in 2023), Alice Springs Flood Mitigation Project (commenced in March 2018), and Alice Springs Multicultural Centre (opened on 15th October 2016). The following list details projects likely to be most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Araluen places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Araluen's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 1.2% as of AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of June 2025, Araluen had 2,239 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, which is below the Rest of NT's rate of 5.9%. Workforce participation was high at 77.2% compared to the Rest of NT's 50.7%. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The area had a particularly strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.2% compared to the regional average of 5.0%.

Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census working population versus resident population data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Araluen's labour force decreased by 2.9%, accompanied by a 2.9% employment decline, maintaining a relatively stable unemployment rate. In contrast, the Rest of NT experienced an employment decline of 1.7% and a labour force decline of 1.8%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Araluen. The projections indicate that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Araluen's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes 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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Araluen had a median taxpayer income of $67,919 and an average income of $76,360. These figures are above national averages of $51,655 and $61,577 respectively in Rest of NT. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.01% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Araluen would be approximately $76,076 (median) and $85,531 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Araluen rank between the 89th and 94th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 35.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, aligning with the broader area at 33.6%. High weekly earnings exceeding $3,000 are achieved by 39.7% of households, indicating strong consumer spending. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income, while residents rank in the 89th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Araluen's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.7% houses and 26.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NT's 67.8% houses and 32.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Araluen stood at 18.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.9% and rented ones at 41.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,870, higher than Non-Metro NT's average of $1,800. Weekly rent in Araluen was recorded at $440, compared to Non-Metro NT's $280. Nationally, Araluen's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Araluen features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 71.7% of all households, including 35.6% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.3%, with lone person households at 21.7% and group households making up 6.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which aligns with the Rest of NT average.

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

Educational attainment in Araluen is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of a specific date, 33.3% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 20.1% in the SA4 region and 20.1% in the Rest of NT. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 33.8% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.3% and certificates for 22.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.2% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education. Yipirinya School serves the local educational needs within Araluen, with an enrollment of 368 students as of a certain date. The area has varied educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 643. All schools in the area offer integrated K-12 education, providing academic continuity for students throughout their schooling journey.

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

Araluen has 12 operational public transport stops, all providing bus services. Two routes serve these stops, offering a total of 49 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 228 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency is 7 trips per day across both routes, resulting in approximately 4 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Araluen shows excellent health outcomes with a very low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. Private health cover is high at approximately 57% (~1,664 people), compared to 53.7% in the rest of NT.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.7%) and mental health issues (5.4%). A majority, 77.1%, report no medical ailments, similar to the rest of NT at 76.9%. Araluen has 8.8% residents aged 65 and over (257 people), with seniors' health outcomes aligning with the general population's profile.

Araluen 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

Araluen has a higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 33.0% of its population born overseas and 26.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Araluen, accounting for 48.7% of the population. The category 'Other' shows an overrepresentation in Araluen at 2.4%, compared to 2.1% across the rest of Northern Territory (NT).

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English at 19.8%, Australian at 18.9%, and Other at 14.8%. The latter is significantly higher than the regional average of 9.7%. There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 2.1% compared to the regional average of 1.1%, New Zealanders are at 1.4% versus the regional 0.6%, and Australian Aboriginals stand at 10.1% compared to the region's 28.9%.

Araluen hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Araluen's median age is 34, slightly higher than the Rest of NT's figure of 31 but significantly lower than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile indicates that individuals aged 45-54 are notably prominent (13.6%), while those aged 15-24 comprise a relatively smaller proportion (10.8%) compared to the Rest of NT. Post-2021 Census data reveals that the 65-74 age group has increased from 5.8% to 6.7% of the population, while the 0-4 cohort has decreased from 8.7% to 8.0%. By 2041, Araluen's age composition is projected to shift significantly. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 108 people (27%) from 397 to 506. Conversely, the number of individuals aged 35-44 is anticipated to decrease.