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

The Zuccoli statistical area's population is estimated at 5,985 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,854 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,131. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 5,848 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release (June 2024) and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,155 persons per square kilometer, relatively in line with averages seen across areas assessed by AreaSearch. Zuccoli's growth rate of 44.9% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (9.6%) and metropolitan area, marking it as a growth leader. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 67.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort provided by ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median growth is projected for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with the Zuccoli SA2 expected to expand by 1,279 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 12.7% in total over the 17 years.

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 recorded around 129 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 645 homes were approved, with a further 76 approved in FY-26 so far. This results in an average of 3.1 people moving to the area per dwelling built over these five years, indicating that demand significantly outpaces supply.

Consequently, this typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers. The average expected construction cost value for new homes is $454,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been $19.7 million in commercial approvals, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Darwin, Zuccoli has 661.0% more development activity per person. This offers buyers greater choice but shows moderation in recent periods.

The level of activity is significantly above the national average, indicating 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. Looking ahead, AreaSearch estimates Zuccoli to grow by 758 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 17thth 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. Its unemployment rate is 0.8%, with estimated employment growth of 2.6% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of September 2025, there are 3,525 employed residents, an unemployment rate of 2.3%, and workforce participation at 82.5%. Key sectors include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction. Public administration & safety has a particularly high employment share, at 1.2 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have limited presence with only 3.6% employment compared to the regional average of 5.8%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparing working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, Zuccoli's employment increased by 2.6%, while the labour force grew by 2.7%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Darwin recorded employment growth of 1.9% and a marginal increase in unemployment. Looking at state-level data up to 25-Nov-25, NT employment contracted by 1.13% (losing 4,100 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.4%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Zuccoli's employment mix indicates potential local employment increases of 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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 the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares to figures for Greater Darwin's median income of $66,956 and average income of $77,199 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $79,269 (median) and $85,318 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Zuccoli rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 95th percentiles. Income distribution shows the largest segment comprises 46.1% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (2,759 residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing 36.7% in the same category. A significant portion of residents, 39.7%, earn over $3,000 per week, indicating considerable affluence and supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 19.3% of income, but strong earnings still 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

In Zuccoli, as per the latest Census data, 95.9% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 4.1% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This differs from Darwin metro's composition which was 75.9% houses and 24.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Zuccoli stood at 2.3%, with mortgaged properties at 72.5% and rented ones at 25.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Zuccoli was $2,271 compared to Darwin metro's average of $2,037. Weekly rent in Zuccoli was recorded at $550, whereas it was $400 in the Darwin metro area. Nationally, Zuccoli's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863 and 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 make up the remaining 17.6%, consisting of 14.5% lone person households and 3.0% group households. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.8.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates of 28.1% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA3 area average of 21.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 18.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 13.3% while certificates comprise 29.0%.

Educational participation is high at 37.2%, including 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

Transport analysis shows seven active stops operating within Zuccoli from 2023 onwards. These are mixed bus stops serviced by twenty-six routes providing eleven hundred eighty weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated good with residents located an average of two hundred seventy-six meters from the nearest stop.

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

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

Zuccoli's health outcomes data shows excellent results across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 58% (~3,461 people) of Zuccoli's total population has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.6 and 4.8% of residents respectively. A total of 83.6% of Zuccoli residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 76.6% across Greater Darwin. Only 3.0% (179 people) of Zuccoli's population is aged 65 and over, lower than the 7.5% in Greater Darwin. Seniors' health outcomes are particularly strong, mirroring the overall population's health profile.

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, making up 49.1% of the population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Darwin, comprising 5.6% of Zuccoli's population versus 2.6%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (22.4%), English (19.3%), and Other (14.9%). There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino is overrepresented at 10.9%, Australian Aboriginal is underrepresented at 5.4% compared to Greater Darwin's 9.1%, and Spanish is slightly higher 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 cohort makes up 21% of Zuccoli's population, compared to 17% in Greater Darwin and 14.2% nationally. Conversely, the 55-64 age group comprises only 3.6% of Zuccoli's residents. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 45-54 age group has increased from 8.7% to 11% of Zuccoli's population, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 24.3% to 22.1%, and the 0-4 age group has dropped from 11.8% to 10.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that Zuccoli's 45-54 age group will grow by 47%, adding 309 residents to reach 968. Meanwhile, the 25-34 age group is projected to decrease by 16 residents.