Zuccoli

Zuccoli lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Zuccoli is around 6,012. This represents an increase of 1,881 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,131. The current resident population estimate of 5,848 by AreaSearch, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 499 validated new addresses since the Census date, indicates this growth. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 1,160 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively consistent with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb of Zuccoli's population grew by 45.5% between the 2021 Census and Feb 2026, exceeding both the SA4 region (9.6%) and Greater Darwin during this period. This growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 67.0% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, to estimate future population dynamics. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, 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). Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Zuccoli is expected to expand by an additional 1,286 persons to reach a total population of approximately 7,300 by 2041. This reflects a projected gain of 12.3% in total over the 17-year period from Feb 2026 to 2041.

The level of residential development activity in Zuccoli was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Zuccoli has recorded approximately 129 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 645 homes have been approved, with a further 76 approved so far in FY-26. This equates to an average of 3.1 people moving to the area per dwelling built over these years.

Consequently, demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers. The average expected construction cost for new homes is $454,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This year has seen $19.7 million in commercial approvals, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Darwin, Zuccoli has 661.0% more development activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods.

This level is significantly above the national average, suggesting robust developer interest in the area. Recent construction comprises 96.0% detached houses and 4.0% attached dwellings, preserving Zuccoli's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 53 people per dwelling approval, Zuccoli exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Zuccoli is expected to grow by 737 residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Zuccoli has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

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The exceptional employment performance in Zuccoli places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Zuccoli has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 0.8% as of September 2025. Employment grew by 2.6% over the past year, based on AreaSearch data aggregation.

In September 2025, 3,529 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.3% lower than Greater Darwin's rate of 3.1%. Workforce participation in Zuccoli was 80.9%, compared to Greater Darwin's 76.0%. According to Census responses, only 3.7% of residents worked from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction sectors.

Zuccoli specializes in public administration & safety with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level. Professional & technical services have limited presence at 3.6%, compared to the regional rate of 5.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period, ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.6% while labour force grew by 2.8%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. Greater Darwin recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labour force growth of 1.9%, with a marginal increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Zuccoli's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Zuccoli had a median income among taxpayers of $73,099 and an average income of $78,678 in the financial year 2023, according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares with figures for Greater Darwin's median income of $66,956 and average income of $77,199 respectively. By September 2025, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.44%, current estimates would be approximately $79,269 (median) and $85,318 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Zuccoli rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 95th percentiles. Income distribution data indicates that the largest segment comprises 46.1% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,771 residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing 36.7% in the same category. A significant portion of Zuccoli's residents, 39.7%, earn over $3,000 per week, reflecting the suburb's affluence and supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 19.3% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 91st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Zuccoli, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.9% houses and 4.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Darwin metro had 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Zuccoli was at 2.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 72.5% and rented ones at 25.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,271, higher than Darwin metro's average of $2,100. Median weekly rent in Zuccoli was recorded at $550, compared to Darwin metro's $385. Nationally, Zuccoli's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Zuccoli features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 82.4% of all households, including 49.8% couples with children, 22.6% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.6%, with lone person households at 14.5% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Zuccoli exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 28.1%, exceeding the SA3 average of 21.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 18.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are held by 42.3% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (29.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 37.2% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 6.8% 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 reveals seven active transport stops operating within Zuccoli as of 2021 Census data. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with twenty-six individual routes providing eleven hundred eighty weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located two hundred seventy-six meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward daily. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at ninety-three percent, with an average vehicle ownership of one point eight per dwelling, above the regional average. Only three point seven percent of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages one hundred sixty-eight trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately sixteen thousand eight hundred weekly trips in total.

Zuccoli's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics indicates robust performance across Zuccoli.

AreaSearch's assessment shows very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is high at approximately 58% of the total population (around 3,477 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.6% and 4.8% of residents respectively. A majority of residents, 83.6%, report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 77.1% in Greater Darwin. Zuccoli has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 3.3% (198 people), compared to Greater Darwin's 10.8%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

Zuccoli 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

Zuccoli has a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.7% of its population born overseas and 32.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Zuccoli, comprising 49.1% of the population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Darwin, making up 5.6% of Zuccoli's population versus 4.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (22.4%), English (19.3%), and Other (14.9%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino is overrepresented at 10.9%, Australian Aboriginal is underrepresented at 5.4% compared to the regional average of 7.0%, and Spanish is slightly overrepresented at 0.6%.

Zuccoli hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Zuccoli is 29 years, which is lower than Greater Darwin's average of 34 and Australia's median of 38. The 35-44 age group is notably over-represented in Zuccoli at 21.3%, compared to Greater Darwin's average and the national figure of 14.3%. Meanwhile, the 55-64 age group is under-represented at 3.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows changes in age distribution: the 45-54 cohort grew from 8.7% to 11.2%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 20.1% to 21.3%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort declined from 24.3% to 21.2% and the 0-4 group dropped from 11.8% to 9.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Zuccoli's age structure. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 44%, adding 296 residents to reach 970. In contrast, the 5-14 cohort shows minimal growth of just 3% (24 people).