Stuart Park

The community is noticeably younger than the national figure, and with only 13.7% of people under 15, children are much less common here than in most areas. De facto relationships are also much more common than the national average.

People born overseas make up 37.6% of the population, a figure that rose 10 points since 2011 and is far above the Northern Territory average. English, Australian, and Irish are the most common ancestries.

Reflecting its high overseas birth rate, nearly 30% of residents use a language other than English at home. This is well above the national figure, though the proportion of people who speak little or no English has fallen slightly since 2016.

About 41.7% of residents have no religion, a figure that rose 14 points since 2011. This is well above the Northern Territory average.

The area is highly qualified, with 35.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the territory average. This academic trend is also seen in school results, where Year 12 completion is far above the national figure.

Incomes are among the highest for this level, with a typical family earning $2,682 a week. This is well above the national figure and is consistent with the high number of university-qualified residents.

Residents are generally healthy, with only 17.6% reporting a long-term health condition, which is far below the national average. Those needing help with daily activities are also among the lowest for this level.

Volunteering is more common here than in most areas, and there is a high proportion of former Defence Force members. However, fewer people provide unpaid care or do housework compared to the national average.

First Nations residents in the area have a much higher typical personal income and Year 12 completion rate than those in the rest of the territory. Unemployment among this group is also well below the national figure.

Homes are typically smaller than average, with 2.3 people per household. About 27.6% of people live alone, which is higher than most similar areas.

Renting is very common, with 56.8% of households renting, far above the national average. Flats and apartments are the dominant home type, and very few people own their homes outright.

The area is very convenient, with a five-minute drive to the city and a one-minute walk to the nearest stop. While most use cars, public transport use is higher than in most other areas.

This is a highly transient area, with 62.2% of people having moved in the last five years. This is far above the national figure.

Jobs are plentiful and stable, with an unemployment rate of 2.7%, which is among the lowest for this level. Many residents work in public administration, health, or professional roles.

The area is considered highly advantaged, scoring an 8 out of 10 for overall advantage. This is largely driven by high job skills and education levels.

The local climate is very wet, with average annual rainfall far above the territory average. Temperatures are also among the highest for this level.

The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a short walk of a park or public transport. Most residents can also reach groceries within a 15-minute walk.