Suburb profile · Greater Darwin
Driver has an estimated 2,989 residents, up 8.8% since the 2021 Census, with 2 projects tracked in the area around Driver.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Driver, located 15 kilometres east of the Darwin CBD, is estimated to have around 2,989 residents as of Aug 2026. This figure is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, combined with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2,747 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has risen by 242 people, or 8.8%.
Utilities employment forms an elevated part of the local job base. The area stands out for its high proportion of children, many of whom live in group households, and for its high income levels. In terms of population growth, the suburb of Driver shows limited expansion patterns. Overall, Driver in the NT, Australia, offers a quiet, community-oriented setting, with the latest population estimate dated Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Driver, located 15 kilometres east of the Darwin CBD, is estimated to have around 2,989 residents as of Aug 2026. This figure is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, combined with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2,747 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has risen by 242 people, or 8.8%.
Utilities employment forms an elevated part of the local job base. The area stands out for its high proportion of children, many of whom live in group households, and for its high income levels. In terms of population growth, the suburb of Driver shows limited expansion patterns. Overall, Driver in the NT, Australia, offers a quiet, community-oriented setting, with the latest population estimate dated Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,890 in 2006 and 2,989 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 17%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.3%.
Driver ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for income and the 67th for transport & access.
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 2 projects in and around Driver, 1 of them under construction.
A 168-hectare master-planned community development delivering up to 2,000 housing lots. The precinct includes residential homes, parks, a government primary school, retirement living, and 56,000sqm of retail, dining, and commercial space.
Darwin Corporate Park is a premier business park for mixed use commercial office space located in Berrimah, recognised as the geographic centre of greater Darwin. The precinct currently comprises five premium three-level office buildings set on 25,800 square metres, holding a 5-star NABERS rating and campus-style landscaping with covered walkways.
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| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 0.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Driver area has seen 3 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Driver's current population of 2,989 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
The suburb of Driver has seen 0.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 2.6 approvals in Greater Darwin. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 1983 people in the suburb of Driver, compared to one for every 339 in Greater Darwin.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Driver's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 1, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Driver has grown by approximately 72 people, while 5 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 14.4 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 suburb of Driver include: Darwin to Palmerston Mass Transit Corridor (Proposed); Marine Industry Park (Approved); Darwin Corporate Park (Approved); Darwin Energy Hub (Approved); and Darwin Region Water Supply Infrastructure Program - Stage 1 (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Driver spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Transport & Logistics, and Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Driver currently ranks below national averages at the 14th 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.
Driver is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,989 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,742 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | 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 | 2,747 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 242 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.72 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Driver was estimated to be approximately 2,989 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,989 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Driver has added approximately 242 people and shown a 8.81% increase from the 2,747 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Driver is estimated at 1,738 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Driver has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Driver is driven by: Overseas migration (55.00000000000001%), Natural increase (45.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Driver's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 24.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.9% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | 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 | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Driver at 33 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Driver is comparable to the Greater Darwin 2021 Census average (34 years) and 5 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Driver compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Driver compared to the Greater Darwin region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 10.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Driver show significant variance compared to Greater Darwin. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 0.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 24.9% of the population in the suburb of Driver as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.6% of the population in the suburb of Driver as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $74,960 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,216 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,984 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,011 | 2021 Census, weekly | 79th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,183 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Driver is approximately $79,608. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $74,960.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Driver is approximately $89,437. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,216.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Driver is approximately $79,608 compared to $74,514 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,960 and $70,164 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Driver is approximately $89,437 compared to $86,622 in Greater Darwin. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,216 and $81,565 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Driver's households (~37.3% / 351 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Driver is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.3% 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 suburb of Driver is $1,984/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Driver is $2,183/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Driver is $1,011/wk.
The suburb of Driver shows a median taxpayer income of $74,960 and an average of $84,216 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Darwin's median income of $70,164 and average income of $81,565. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.2% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $79,608 (median) and $89,437 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Driver is $7,101 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Driver's disposable income is $7,101 compared to $8,044 for Greater Darwin, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Driver has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,604 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,298 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,695 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Driver has approximately 1,604 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.4%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Driver stands at 5.4%, which is 1.9 percentage points above Greater Darwin's rate of 3.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Driver is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (16.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.1%), and construction (12.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Driver has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Driver is 75.4%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Darwin.
The suburb of Driver shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.2% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Darwin. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Driver's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 12.8% decline, ranking 37th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Driver: university qualifications 23.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 906.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
23.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Driver have university qualifications, compared to 31.3% in Greater Darwin.
34.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Driver have no formal qualifications, compared to 32.6% in Greater Darwin.
The suburb of Driver ranks in the 34th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Driver are: Certificate (32.7%), Bachelor Degree (15.4%), Advanced Diploma (9.4%).
35.8% of the population in the suburb of Driver is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.2% in primary school, 8.2% in secondary school, 5.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Driver is 906, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Driver, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,641 students.
The suburb of Driver includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Driver features high concentrations of single parent families and group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Darwin.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.0% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 940 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,023 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Driver had 940 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.8% to an estimated 1,023 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Driver is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Darwin and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.0%), group households (5.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 692 family households, couples with children account for 30.9% of all households, couples without children at home 25.7%, and single parent families 16.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Darwin, the suburb of Driver shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Driver have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Darwin average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.4% have never married. This compares to 42.3% married and 43.1% never married across Greater Darwin.
Single-person households represent 21.0% of all households in the suburb of Driver, 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 5.3% of households, slightly below the Greater Darwin average of 5.6%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Driver was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 21.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 78.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
Driver was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.7% of its population born overseas and 21.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Driver, at 39.0% of people, although more residents (50.7%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.8% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Darwin.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Driver are Australian, comprising 25.2% of the population, English, comprising 23.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of Driver (vs 3.8% across Greater Darwin), Australian Aboriginal at 10.1% (vs 7.0%) and Maori at 0.9% (vs 0.6%).
25.7% of the suburb of Driver population was born overseas, compared to 30.3% across Greater Darwin.
21.3% of the population in the suburb of Driver speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 26.1% in Greater Darwin.
10.1% of the suburb of Driver population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 7.0% in Greater Darwin.
78.4% of the suburb of Driver population holds citizenship, compared to 77.8% in Greater Darwin.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Driver displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Darwin.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 47.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th 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 | 22.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Driver, 12.7% of homes are owned outright, 39.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 47.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Driver are houses.
In the suburb of Driver, 28.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Driver stands at 12.7%, compared to 17.9% in Greater Darwin.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Driver is $1,950, compared to $2,100 in Greater Darwin.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Driver is $1,496, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Driver, households with mortgages typically spend 22.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Driver is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Driver shows mortgage holders spending 22.7% 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 suburb of Driver consists of 66.1% detached houses, 5.2% semi-detached dwellings, 28.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Driver consumes approximately 17.4% of median household income ($8,591 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.
Health outcomes in Driver are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
Around 58.3% of people in the suburb of Driver are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 58.1% in Greater Darwin.
In the suburb of Driver, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 3.7% of people in Greater Darwin require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the suburb of Driver are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.1% of the population across Greater Darwin is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.0% of the suburb of Driver population, while in Greater Darwin, 3.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the suburb of Driver have heart disease. Across Greater Darwin,2.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Driver, 58.3% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 67th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,902 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 230 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 30 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 2.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 13 public transport stops within the suburb of Driver.
The suburb of Driver has 1,902 weekly trips across 30 routes, averaging 271 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 270 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 453 m away and the nearest school 535 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 13 stops nearby, 1,902 weekly trips, access rating 67 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 3 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 453 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 535 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 756 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 794 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 7.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 8.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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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 Driver compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Driver has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Driver is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Driver's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Driver has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Education in Driver: university qualifications 23.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 906.
Driver features high concentrations of single parent families and group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Darwin.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Driver was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Driver displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Darwin.
Health outcomes in Driver are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good 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.
Driver has an estimated 2,989 residents, up 8.8% since the 2021 Census, with 2 projects tracked in the area around Driver.
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 Driver.
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Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or 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 (SAL70080). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Driver 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 Driver 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.
