Berrimah

Population growth drivers in Berrimah are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the Berrimah statistical area's population is estimated at around 1,712 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 513 people (42.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,199 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,684, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 205 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 164 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. The Berrimah (SA2)'s 42.8% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's 7.4%, along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 74.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is applying 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). Looking at population projections moving forward, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of Australian statistical areas, is predicted over the period with the Berrimah statistical area expected to grow by 1,515 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 82.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Berrimah among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Berrimah has experienced around 51 dwellings receiving development approval per year. An estimated 259 homes have been approved over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, with a further 41 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.9 people move to the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating a balanced supply and demand, creating stable market conditions.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $461,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $35.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Darwin, Berrimah shows 2078.0% higher construction activity per person, providing greater choice for buyers and demonstrating robust developer interest in the area. New building activity comprises 94.0% detached houses and 6.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (48.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures.

The location has approximately 31 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Berrimah will gain 1,408 residents through to 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Berrimah has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Defence Establishment Berrimah Redevelopment, Northcrest, Darwin Corporate Park, and Tiger Brennan Drive and Berrimah Road intersection overpass. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Berrimah has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Berrimah has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 7.1%, with an estimated employment growth of 4.1% over the past year (AreaSearch data).

As of September 2025836 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.0% higher than Greater Darwin's rate of 3.1%. Workforce participation in Berrimah lags at 60.0%, compared to Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and public administration & safety, with a strong specialization in health care & social assistance (1.6 times the regional level). However, public administration & safety employs only 11.9% of local workers, below Greater Darwin's 19.5%.

The area hosts more jobs than residents, with 3.4 workers per resident, functioning as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 4.1%, while labour force grew by 3.4%, reducing unemployment by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment grow by 1.9% and unemployment rise marginally. State-level data (25-Nov) shows NT employment contracted by 1.13%, with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. National employment forecasts indicate growth of 6.6% over five years and 14.3% over ten years for Berrimah, based on its current employment mix.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch released postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2023. Berrimah's median income among taxpayers was $64,016, with an average of $82,699. Nationally, this is high compared to Greater Darwin's median of $66,956 and average of $77,199. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates for Berrimah are approximately $69,419 (median) and $89,679 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Berrimah rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 77th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 37.7% of individuals earn between $1,500 - $2,999, consistent with broader trends across metropolitan regions showing 36.7% in the same category. High housing costs consume 20.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 71st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Berrimah displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Berrimah, as per the latest Census data, 47.5% of dwellings were houses while 52.5% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Darwin metropolitan area's figures of 68.4% houses and 31.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Berrimah stood at 12.2%, lower than the Darwin metro figure. Mortgaged dwellings constituted 49.1% while rented ones made up 38.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Berrimah was $2,535, higher than the Darwin metro average of $2,028. The median weekly rent in Berrimah was $400 compared to $350 in Darwin metro. Nationally, Berrimah's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863 while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 76.9% of all households, including 39.5% couples with children, 24.8% couples without children, and 8.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.1%, with lone person households at 20.3% and group households comprising 4.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.7.

Berrimah shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 35.4% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Northern Territory average of 27.3% and the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 26.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 9.5% while certificates make up 19.5%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 41.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.7% in secondary education, 10.7% in primary education, and 7.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Berrimah has 15 active public transport stops. These are served by buses, with a total of 41 routes providing 2,031 weekly passenger trips. Residents' access to transport is limited, as they live an average of 631 meters from the nearest stop.

The service frequency across all routes is 290 trips per day, which equals about 135 weekly trips per individual stop.

Berrimah's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Berrimah's health outcomes show notable results, with younger cohorts having a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 59% (1,016 people) have private health cover, higher than Greater Darwin's 57.4%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 4.8% and 4.6% respectively. 81.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 77.0% in Greater Darwin. Berrimah has 6.6% (112 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Darwin's 12.3%. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Berrimah is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Berrimah's cultural diversity is notable, with 45.2% of its population born overseas and 51.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Berrimah, accounting for 62.1%, compared to 44.4% across Greater Darwin. The top three ancestry groups are Filipino (17.0%), Australian (16.5%), and English (14.5%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher at 14.2% in Berrimah than the regional average of 7.4%. Russian and Indian populations also diverge from regional averages, with Russians comprising 0.5% and Indians 5.6%, compared to 0.2% and 3.2% respectively across Greater Darwin.

Berrimah hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Berrimah's median age in 2021 was 31, which is lower than Greater Darwin's figure of 34 and significantly younger than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile indicated that those aged 15-24 were notably prominent at 15.5%, while the 65-74 age group was relatively smaller at 3.8% compared to Greater Darwin. Post-census data showed that the 35-44 age group had increased from 16.2% to 17.1% of Berrimah's population between 2016 and 2021, while the 65-74 cohort decreased from 5.1% to 3.8%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 9.5% to 8.4%. By 2041, Berrimah's age composition is projected to experience significant shifts. The 45-54 age cohort is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 287 people (129%) from 222 to 510. Conversely, the 85+ cohort shows no growth with an increase of 0% (0 people).