Moulden

An assessment of population growth drivers in Moulden reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, as of Nov 2025, Moulden's estimated population is around 3,258. This reflects an increase of 205 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,053. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's resident population figure of 3,253, derived from ERP data released by the ABS in Jun 2024 and address validation post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,861 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Moulden's growth rate since Census is 6.7%, within 2.9 percentage points of its SA4 region (9.6%). Natural growth contributed approximately 79.0% to overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses 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 years post-2032, growth rates by age cohort from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are applied. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for the area, with an expected increase of 563 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 17.1% over those 17 years.

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

Moulden has seen only 2 residential development approvals in the past five years. This suggests that the area is largely built out with minimal vacant land for new developments. Established areas often see steady demand for existing properties due to limited new-build alternatives.

Compared to Greater Darwin, Moulden shows substantially reduced construction activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. This level of development is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and suggesting possible planning constraints may be in place.

Moulden has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20thth percentile nationally

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Employment conditions in Moulden face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Moulden's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 13.6% as of September 2025.

This rate is higher than Greater Darwin's 3.1%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation in Moulden stands at 54.2%, significantly lower than Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Key employment sectors include public administration & safety, construction, and health care & social assistance. Construction is notably concentrated, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, comprising only 10.4% of Moulden's workforce compared to 14.2% in Greater Darwin. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the discrepancy between Census working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, Moulden's labour force increased by 1.5%, while employment declined by 0.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Darwin saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labour force grow by 1.9%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows NT employment contracted by 1.13%, with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Moulden's employment mix suggests local employment growth of 5.9% over five years and 12.4% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that Moulden's median income among taxpayers is $58,588, with an average of $64,744. This is below the national average. In comparison, Greater Darwin has a median income of $66,956 and an average of $77,199. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Moulden would be approximately $63,533 (median) and $70,208 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, personal income in Moulden ranks at the 59th percentile ($851 weekly), while household income is at the 36th percentile. Distribution data shows that 32.1% of residents (1,045 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the broader area where 36.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Moulden, with only 80.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 32nd percentile.

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

In Moulden, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.3% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 19.7% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This compares to Darwin metropolitan area's 75.9% houses and 24.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moulden stood at 11.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.0% and rented ones at 45.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,632, lower than Darwin metro's average of $2,037. Median weekly rent in Moulden was recorded as $295, compared to Darwin metro's $400. Nationally, Moulden's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,632 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Moulden has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.6% of all households, including 28.3% couples with children, 17.3% couples without children, and 21.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.4%, with lone person households at 28.6% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is smaller than the Greater Darwin average of 2.8.

Moulden faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 11.5%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 31.3%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.2%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.7%) and certificates (38.8%). Educational participation is high at 40.8%, with 16.8% in primary education, 12.6% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 40.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 16.8% in primary education, 12.6% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates seven active transport stops operating within Moulden. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totalling 22 individual routes. Collectively, these routes provide 1,037 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 235 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 148 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 148 weekly trips per individual stop.

Moulden's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Moulden's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions among its general population being somewhat typical but higher than the nation's average among older cohorts. Private health cover rate is approximately 52% of the total population (~1,707 people), slightly higher than the SA2 area average of 57.0%.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.3% and 7.6% of residents respectively, while 69.8% report being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 76.6% in Greater Darwin. The area has 11.5% of residents aged 65 and over (374 people), higher than the 7.5% in Greater Darwin. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Moulden records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Moulden's population was found to be culturally diverse, with 78.3% being citizens, 84.2% born in Australia, and 86.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 44.3% of Moulden's population. Judaism, however, was slightly overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to the regional average of 0.1%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian (24.0%), English (22.2%), and Australian Aboriginal (18.3%) were the top three groups in Moulden, with the latter being substantially higher than the regional average of 9.1%. Additionally, Filipino (3.2% vs 4.8%), Spanish (0.6% vs 0.3%), and Maori (0.9% vs 0.7%) were notably overrepresented in Moulden compared to the region.

Moulden's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Moulden's median age in 2021 was 33 years, comparable to Greater Darwin's average of 34 and substantially under Australia's median of 38. Relative to Greater Darwin, Moulden had a higher concentration of residents aged 5-14 (16.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.1%). Post-2021 Census data showed the 75-84 age group grew from 2.3% to 3.6% of the population, while the 5-14 cohort declined from 17.7% to 16.7%. Demographic modeling suggested Moulden's age profile would evolve significantly by 2041. The 45-54 age cohort was projected to grow steadily, expanding by 123 people (30%) from 417 to 541. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort grew by a modest 5% (13 people).