Indigenous Region · Area profile
Darwin
10,990 km²
A large and diverse population lives in Darwin, where 15,082 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people reside. This community is distinctive for its high levels of First Nations achievement, with incomes and school completion rates that stand out compared to most similar areas. The region blends these social strengths with a layout that makes daily life more accessible than in other parts of the Northern Territory. It is a place where a significant number of residents enjoy easy walking access to essential services and transport.
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First Nations residents in Darwin fare much better than in most similar areas, with a typical personal income of $670 and an unemployment rate of 11.3%, which is well below the Territory figure. Education is also higher, as 34.7% finished Year 12, far above the Northern Territory's 23.2%.
Darwin is somewhat walkable, with a score of 5.7 that is a little above the Territory average. Most homes are well connected, with 82.3% within a 10-minute walk of public transport, far above the Northern Territory's 68.9%.