Humpty Doo

The typical resident is 39, making the area noticeably older than the Territory average. Children under 15 make up 21% of the population, and there is a high proportion of people in de facto relationships.

Most residents were born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born people than both the state and the nation. English, Irish, and Scottish ancestries are the most common after Australian.

English is the dominant language, with only 5.3% of people using another language at home, a figure far below the national and state averages. Very few residents speak little or no English.

A majority of people here report having no religion, which is far above the national and state figures. This trend has grown significantly since 2011, rising by 21 percentage points.

The area has lower rates of university degrees and Year 12 completion compared to most other areas. Many adults hold a Certificate III or IV, and the workforce has a strong presence in engineering and management.

Typical incomes are very high, with family weekly earnings of $2,816, which is well above the national figure. This prosperity is reflected in the 35.8% of households earning over $3,000 a week, a figure that has risen 20 points since 2011.

Residents generally experience better health than the national average, with much lower rates of long-term health conditions and mental health issues. Very few people require help with daily activities.

Unpaid housework and childcare are more common here than in most areas. The community also has a relatively high number of people who have served in the Defence Force.

First Nations people in Humpty Doo have a much higher typical personal income and unemployment rate that is well below the state and national figures. Year 12 completion is also well above the Territory average.

Families are the norm here, with 63.3% being couples with children. This helps explain why homes are larger than usual, with an average of 3.0 people per household.

Almost every home is a separate house, and renting is far less common than in the rest of the state. However, mortgage payments are typically much higher than the national figure.

Car ownership is extremely high, with only 1.1% of homes lacking a vehicle. Public transport use is very low, as most people rely on cars to commute.

The population is relatively stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is much lower than in most other areas. Recent arrivals from overseas have also declined since 2011.

A high proportion of the population is working or looking for work, with an unemployment rate of 3.2% that is lower than the national average. Many residents work in construction and public administration.

The area is ranked as having very high access to money and resources, placing it above 90% of similar areas. This contributes to an overall advantage score that is higher than most of the country.

Humpty Doo is one of the rainiest areas in the region, with annual rainfall far above the Territory average. It also experiences very high maximum and minimum temperatures.

The area is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, or health services.