Moil

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

Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with recent residential entries verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Moil is home to approximately 2,164 residents as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 164 people (8.2%) relative to the 2,000 residents documented in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated from the current estimate of 2,164 inhabitants, which was calculated by AreaSearch through analysing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and subsequent address tracking. The local density reaches 2,080 persons per square kilometer, a concentration that exceeds typical figures across Australian suburbs reviewed by AreaSearch. The suburb of Moil's post-census growth of 8.2% is within 1.1 percentage points of the nationwide rate of 9.3%, showing solid growth metrics. The demographic gains in the area were largely propelled by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.0% of the overall population increases during recent periods.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline, are utilised by AreaSearch. For any SA2 regions lacking these numbers, and to project trends beyond 2032, cohort-specific growth rates from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 based on 2022 data) are applied. Looking ahead, the statistical areas are expected to expand at a rate above the national median, with the suburb of Moil anticipated to add 265 residents by 2041 under these consolidated SA2 projections, representing a total gain of 12.2% over the 16 years.

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

Only 1 building approval for a dwelling has been registered in the suburb over the past five years. This highlights a fully developed residential environment with very little vacant land for new construction. For prospective purchasers, this restricted supply of new residential buildings tends to hold up property prices, indicating that buyers will mostly compete for existing housing options.

Compared to the broader Greater Darwin region, residential construction in the suburb is exceptionally low. This restricted supply generally drives demand and maintains values for established housing, even though building starts have shown recent upward movement. Construction activity also remains under the national average, pointing to the mature layout of the suburb and potentially tight planning regulations.

Moil has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major works, and municipal planning decisions play a major role in local development. In total, 1 project has been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the area. Primary developments of interest include the Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade, the Casuarina Square Redevelopment, the Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre, and the CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures, with the following details highlighting those of greatest local significance.

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Moil has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

The suburb contains a qualified workforce with a strong presence in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and relatively consistent job numbers over the prior year, according to statistical data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 1,142 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.0% higher than the Greater Darwin rate of 3.5%, and the rate of participation in the labor force tracking slightly lower at 68.9% versus 72.7% in Greater Darwin. Census records indicate that a minor 4.8% of employed locals performed their duties from home, though the influence of COVID-19 restrictions during that period should be kept in mind.

The primary employment fields for residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, alongside education & training. The suburb exhibits a high concentration of jobs in administrative & support services, with a share that is 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety accounts for only 15.0% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 19.5% recorded across Greater Darwin. Because the suburb is mostly residential, local employment opportunities appear scarce, as shown by comparing the count of workers living in the suburb against the total local jobs.

According to SALM and ABS statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for the surrounding statistical zones, over the 12 months ending March 2026, total employment rose by 0.1% while the labour force expanded by 0.8%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Darwin recorded a 0.4% rise in employment and a 0.8% increase in its labour force, with its unemployment rate rising by 0.3 percentage points. Long-term employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide further context for future hiring trends in the suburb. These five and ten-year predictions are mapped against local industry roles to project expansion paths. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different sectors. Applying these industry weightings to the local workforce composition suggests local jobs could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this calculation serves as an illustrative weighting and does not incorporate local population forecasts.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Taxpayer statistics compiled by AreaSearch from the ATO for the 2023 financial year show that local income levels are slightly below the national benchmark. The median income for local taxpayers is $56,304 and the average income is $65,572, compared to Greater Darwin medians and averages of $66,956 and $77,199. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $61,602 for the median and $71,742 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb around the 69th percentile across Australia. Weekly earnings between $1,500 and $2,999 are received by 35.8% of the community (774 individuals), which closely matches the regional figure of 36.7% in the same bracket. Housing costs consume 14.2% of income, while disposable income levels place residents in the 71st percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 5th decile.

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

Residential structures in the suburb at the time of the last Census consisted of 86.4% standalone houses and 13.6% other options like townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to the Darwin metropolitan distribution of 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was significantly higher than the Darwin metro average at 25.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (39.9%) or occupied by tenants (35.0%). Typical monthly mortgage payments were lower than the Darwin metro average of $2,100 at $1,950, while typical weekly rents sat at $310 compared to $385 in the metro area. On a national scale, mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental prices are much lower than the national average of $375.

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

Families make up the majority of homes at 76.7%, consisting of couples with children at 36.2%, couples without children at 22.4%, and single parents with children at 17.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.3%, with single-person households representing 18.1% and shared households comprising 4.9%. The average household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

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

Educational attainment levels are lower than regional standards, with 28.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 36.1% in the broader SA3 region. This difference indicates room for future educational and skills development. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 17.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Practical and technical training is common, with 33.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (23.9%).

A high proportion of the community is engaged in learning, with 35.5% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This figure includes 12.1% attending primary schools, 11.0% in high schools, and 6.3% enrolled in higher education.

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

Analysis of transit facilities shows 10 bus stops operating in the suburb. These stops connect to 32 separate bus routes, which combined offer 1,110 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 190 meters to the nearest stop. Due to the residential layout, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 91% and cyclists making up 2%. The average number of motor vehicles is 1.6 per home. A small 4.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 factors.

Bus routes provide an average of 158 passenger services daily, which translates to roughly 111 weekly services at each individual stop.

Moil's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Public health records indicate positive physical outcomes for residents, with mortality rates and chronic health conditions aligning well with national averages, showing a low prevalence of common conditions among younger and older residents alike. The proportion of people holding private health insurance is slightly ahead of the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the population (~1,141 people), compared to 57.8% in Greater Darwin.

The most prevalent health concerns are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 6.8% and 5.7% of the community. In contrast, 76.2% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 77.1% throughout Greater Darwin. The working-age cohort is particularly healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 14.2% of the population (307 people), which is higher than the 11.0% recorded in Greater Darwin. Senior health rankings are above average, with nationwide health scores matching the general population.

Moil 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

Cultural diversity is relatively high in the area, with 34.0% of the population born outside Australia and 33.8% using a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 48.8% of the community. Buddhism is noticeably represented at 4.1% of the population, compared to 3.3% across Greater Darwin.

Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 19.8%, Australian at 19.5%, and Other at 14.8%. There are also distinct cultural differences compared to the wider region: Filipino ancestry is represented at 5.1% (compared to 3.8% regionally), Greek ancestry at 6.1% (compared to 2.3%), and Hungarian ancestry at 0.4% (compared to 0.1%).

Moil's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of 37 years is slightly higher than the Greater Darwin average of 34, while matching the Australian average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, the suburb has a higher proportion of people aged 45 to 54 (15.0%) but fewer residents aged 25 to 34 (10.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 12.6% to 14.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 3.7% to 5.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 15.7% to 13.7% and the 25 to 34 group decreased from 11.6% to 10.1%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest notable shifts, with the 45 to 54 age bracket expected to grow the most at 30%, adding 98 residents to total 423. On the other hand, population drops are expected for the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 cohorts.