Indigenous Region · Area profile
Alice Springs
328 km²
Centred in the red heart of the Northern Territory, Alice Springs is a regional hub with a distinct cultural identity. The community is notable for its strong First Nations presence, with many residents speaking traditional languages. It is a place where modern services meet a vast desert landscape, creating a unique social mix. Most people live in a setting that balances accessibility to transport and parks with the challenges of a remote location.
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First Nations residents here are noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 27. While 36.5% speak a First Nations language—far above the Australian average—Year 12 completion is far below the national rate at 23.4%. Unemployment for this group is 14.4%, which is well below the Territory average.
Most homes are well placed for parks, schools, and public transport, though far fewer have easy walk access to health services compared to the rest of the Territory. The area is considered somewhat walkable, but only 57.1% of households are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, which is well below the Territory figure.