Jabiru

The community is noticeably younger than the national figure, with very few seniors and a high number of children. About 27.4% of residents are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, which is a little above the Northern Territory average.

Most people were born in Australia, though 16.2% were born overseas. Those with Australian, English, Irish, and Scottish ancestry are the most common groups.

About 17.6% of people use a language other than English at home, which is much higher than most similar areas. However, this is far below the Northern Territory average.

Nearly half of residents (47.8%) report having no religion, a figure that is well above both the state and national averages.

Qualifications are relatively high, with 19.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. The local school is a government-run combined primary and secondary site.

Typical personal weekly incomes are among the highest at this level, reaching $1,268, which is well above the national figure of $805.

Residents are generally healthier than most Australians, with much lower rates of long-term health conditions, mental health conditions, and people needing help with daily activities.

Unpaid care for children is more common here than in most areas, though volunteering and unpaid housework are much lower than the national average.

First Nations people in Jabiru have an unemployment rate of 11.8%, which is well below the state average. About 38.6% speak a First Nations language, far above the national figure.

Living arrangements are varied, with a high number of people living alone (35.9%) and a higher than usual proportion of one-parent families.

Renting is very common, with 68.3% of households renting, far above the national average. Typical weekly rents are very low at $65, and very few people own their homes outright.

Most people drive to work, and very few work from home. There is no public transport available in the area, though 6% of homes do not have a motor vehicle.

The population is highly mobile, with 49.9% of residents having moved in the last five years, which is well above the national figure.

Employment is strong, with a very low unemployment rate of 2.4%. Many people work in accommodation and food services, public administration, or mining.

While the area is mostly car-dependent, it is very walkable for basic needs; 97% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park and 94.8% are near a school.