Ludmilla

Ludmilla 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 Ludmilla is around 1,704, reflecting an increase of 37 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 2.2% rise from the previous count of 1,667 residents. The current population estimate of 1,701 by AreaSearch is based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 431 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is using 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 estimates post-2032, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population projections indicate an above median growth for statistical areas across the nation. The suburb is expected to grow by 323 persons to reach a total of 2,027 by 2041, reflecting a gain of 21.4% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Ludmilla is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Development activity data is being compiled for Ludmilla.

Relative to Greater Darwin, Ludmilla has significantly less development activity. This scarcity of new dwellings typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties in the area. Nationally, this activity is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and pointing to possible planning constraints.

Ludmilla has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 2ndth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects that could impact this region: Darwin Mid Suburbs Area Plan, Richardson Park Community Space, Calma Gardens, and Darwin Inner Suburbs Area Plan. The following details these key projects, focusing on those most relevant.

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

Ludmilla has an educated workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 6.4% as of the past year, with estimated employment growth at 1.7%.

As of June 2025934 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher than Greater Darwin's by 3.4 percentage points, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation in Ludmilla is lower at 67.2%, compared to Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Key industries of employment among residents include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Notably, professional & technical services have employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

However, public administration & safety employs only 15.0% of local workers, below Greater Darwin's 19.5%. The ratio of 0.6 workers per resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. In the past year, ending Sep-22, employment increased by 1.7%, labour force by 2.1%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Darwin saw employment grow by 2.9% and unemployment fall marginally. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years for Ludmilla, based on industry-specific projections applied to its current employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Ludmilla's median income among taxpayers was $51,039 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $63,008 during the same period. In Greater Darwin, the median and average incomes were $65,522 and $75,260 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Ludmilla's median income would be approximately $57,169 and the average would be around $70,575, based on a 12.01% growth in Wage Price Index since financial year 2022. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Ludmilla cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 29.6% of residents (504 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 weekly income bracket. A substantial presence of higher earners is evident, with 31.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income. Residents rank within the 72nd percentile nationally for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Ludmilla's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 76.0% houses and 23.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Darwin metro had 23.6% houses and 76.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ludmilla was at 21.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented ones at 43.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,058, higher than Darwin metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in Ludmilla was $300, lower than Darwin metro's figure of $420. Nationally, Ludmilla's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $375.

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

Family households account for 72.0% of all households, including 29.9% that are couples with children, 23.7% that are couples without children, and 16.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.0%, with lone person households at 19.7% and group households comprising 8.1%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 31.2%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 45.3%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (21.4%). Educational participation is high at 30.8%, including 10.6% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 5.9% pursuing tertiary education.

Ludmilla Primary School serves the area with an enrollment of 133 students; it focuses exclusively on primary education, with ICSEA score of 895. School places per 100 residents are 7.8, below the regional average of 15.1.

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

Analysis of public transport in Ludmilla shows 11 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totalling 31 individual routes. Together, they facilitate 1,799 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents on average located 294 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 257 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 163 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Ludmilla has excellent health outcomes with low prevalence rates for common health conditions across all age groups. The private health cover rate stands at approximately 52%, covering about 881 people, compared to Greater Darwin's 61.3%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 5.5% and 5.0% of residents respectively. Notably, 77.5% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Darwin's 79.9%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 12.1%, with 206 people falling into this category compared to Greater Darwin's 11.0%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Ludmilla are strong and largely consistent with the overall population's health profile.

Ludmilla 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

Ludmilla's population showed high cultural diversity, with 23.7% born overseas and 25.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 36.0%. Hinduism, however, was underrepresented at 2.4%, compared to Greater Darwin's average of 7.4%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (21.5%), Australian (19.4%), and Australian Aboriginal (16.0%), the latter being significantly higher than the regional average of 3.9%. Notable differences existed in the representation of Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.5%), Filipino (4.2% vs 2.9%), and Sri Lankan (0.4% vs 0.7%) ethnic groups.

Ludmilla's population is younger than the national pattern

Ludmilla's median age is 35, comparable to Greater Darwin's average of 34 and marginally lower than the national average of 38. Relative to Greater Darwin, Ludmilla has a higher concentration of 45-54 residents (15.0%) but fewer 25-34 year-olds (16.6%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 5-14 age group has grown from 12.3% to 13.5%, while the 25-34 cohort has declined from 19.0% to 16.6%. Demographic modeling suggests Ludmilla's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 45-54 cohort projected to grow by 47%, adding 119 residents to reach 375. The 5-14 group is expected to grow by 2%, adding only 4 residents.