Fannie Bay

The population is slightly older than the national figure, with 19.7% of residents aged 65 and over. Children under 15 make up 15.1% of the community, which is well below both the state and national averages.

Many residents were born overseas, accounting for 27.7% of the population. This is well above the Northern Territory average, though it aligns closely with the national figure.

English is the primary language for 72.9% of the community. While 19.7% use another language at home—which is much higher than in most similar areas—this is still far below the state average.

The community is more likely to have no religion than the typical Australian, with 48.2% reporting no religious affiliation, a figure well above the national average.

Fannie Bay is exceptionally well-qualified, with 40.7% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is far above the state and national figures, and 68.8% of residents have completed Year 12.

Incomes here are very high, with the typical personal weekly income of $1,322 far exceeding the national figure. About 32.8% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, which is much higher than most areas.

Residents generally enjoy good health, as the 21.8% of people with a long-term health condition is well below the national average. Only 2.9% of people need help with daily activities.

Volunteerism is high here, with 23.7% of people volunteering, which is well above the national average. There is also a higher than usual number of former Defence Force members.

First Nations residents in this area are noticeably older than those elsewhere in the state and have a much higher Year 12 completion rate at 63.5%. Their typical personal income is also far above the national figure.

Homes are generally smaller than average, with 2.3 people per dwelling. A significant 30.8% of people live alone, which is well above both the state and national averages.

Renting is very common here, with 48.7% of households renting, far above the national average. The area is dominated by townhouses and semi-detached homes rather than separate houses.

The area is well-served by public transport, boasting more stops and routes than most similar areas. However, only 6.1% of people work from home, which is far below the national figure.

This is a highly transient community, with 50.2% of people moving here in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 16.5% of the population.

The workforce is strong and stable, with 68.7% of adults working or looking for work and a very low unemployment rate of 2.3%. Many residents work in public administration, safety, and healthcare.

Fannie Bay is very walkable, with a score of 7.5. Almost every home is within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, groceries, and public transport.