Woodroffe

Woodroffe 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 February 2026, the estimated population of Woodroffe is around 3427, reflecting an increase of 252 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 7.9% increase from the previous census figure of 3175 residents. AreaSearch arrived at this estimate after examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validating addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 2141 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Woodroffe's growth rate of 7.9% positions it within 1.7 percentage points of the SA4 region's growth rate of 9.6%. Natural growth contributed approximately 74.0% 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 to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). According to these projections, the suburb of Woodroffe is expected to experience above median population growth, increasing by 551 persons to reach a total population of 4078 by 2041. This projected increase represents a 16.1% change over the 17-year period.

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

Woodroffe has seen only 2 residential development approvals in the past five years. This indicates a mature, established suburb where available land for new construction is limited. For buyers, this scarcity of new housing stock typically supports property values and means competition may be primarily among existing homes.

Compared to Greater Darwin, Woodroffe shows substantially reduced construction activity. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. This level of activity is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and pointing to possible planning constraints.

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

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could potentially impact this area. Notable projects include Darwin Light Rail Stage 1, Hudson Creek Power Station, Marine Industry Park, and Darwin Corporate Park, with the following list detailing those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Woodroffe recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Woodroffe has a balanced workforce comprising white-collar and blue-collar jobs, with essential services well-represented. The unemployment rate was 6.2% in the past year, showing an employment growth of 2.3%. As of September 2025, 1,857 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, slightly higher than Greater Darwin's 3.1%.

Workforce participation is similar to Greater Darwin at 76.0%. Census data indicates that only 3.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have affected this figure. Key industries for employment in Woodroffe are public administration & safety, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area has a particular specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 10.6% compared to the regional average of 14.2%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. In the 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.3%, while labour force grew by 1.8%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Darwin recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labour force growth of 1.9%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woodroffe's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.4% over ten years. These projections are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

The median taxpayer income in Woodroffe is $69,672 and the average is $76,994 based on postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Nationally, this is high compared to Greater Darwin's median income of $66,956 and average income of $77,199. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $75,552 and the average will be around $83,492, considering an 8.44% growth since financial year 2023 as per Wage Price Index data. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 79th percentile ($1,012 weekly), while household income is at the 58th percentile. Income distribution shows that 32.5% of Woodroffe locals (1,113 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, which aligns with broader area patterns where 36.7% fall within this range. Residents spend 17.9% of their income on housing costs, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile.

Woodroffe is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Woodroffe's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consists of 80.6% houses and 19.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Darwin metro's 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woodroffe is at 12.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.5% and rented ones at 42.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area is $1,800, below Darwin metro's average of $2,100. Median weekly rent in Woodroffe is $360, compared to Darwin metro's $385. Nationally, Woodroffe's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are less than the national figure of $375.

Woodroffe has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 71.5% of all households, including 31.7% couples with children, 21.3% couples without children, and 16.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.5%, with lone person households at 24.5% and group households comprising 3.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Darwin average.

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

The area has lower university qualification rates at 14.8%, significantly below the SA4 region average of 31.3%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 47.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 37.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.6% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Woodroffe has eight operational public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by twenty-seven different routes, collectively facilitating 1,501 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 178 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commuting is outward-bound, with cars being the dominant mode at 93%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, only 3.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 214 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 187 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Woodroffe is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Woodroffe faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 57% (~1,959 people) of Woodroffe's total population has private health cover, a rate found to be very high. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma (7.9%) and mental health issues (7.5%). Conversely, 73.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 77.1% across Greater Darwin. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 9.7% of residents aged 65 and over (332 people), which is lower than the 10.8% in Greater Darwin, with national rankings being even higher than the general population.

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

Woodroffe's population showed cultural diversity similar to the wider region, with 85.1% being citizens, 82.1% born in Australia, and 85.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Woodroffe, comprising 39.3% of its population. The most notable overrepresentation was Buddhism, at 2.2%, compared to 3.3% across Greater Darwin.

In terms of ancestry, Australian (27.2%), English (21.7%), and Australian Aboriginal (12.5%) were the top three groups in Woodroffe, with Australian Aboriginal being substantially higher than the regional average of 7.0%. There were notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino at 4.2% (vs 3.8%), Maori at 1.0% (vs 0.6%), and Spanish at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).

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

Woodroffe's median age in 2021 was 33 years, comparable to Greater Darwin's average of 34 and substantially lower than Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Darwin, Woodroffe had a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (13.2%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (15.0%). Post-census data shows the 55-64 age group grew from 10.4% to 13.2%, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 1.9% to 3.3%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 14.6% to 12.3%, and the 25-34 group decreased from 16.3% to 15.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Woodroffe's age profile will change significantly. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow steadily by 122 people (29%), from 421 to 544. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort grows by a modest 5% (11 people).