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Larrakeyah
2 km²
High typical incomes and strong employment levels mark Larrakeyah as a prosperous pocket of Darwin. The area is notably young, with a typical resident aged 33, and is characterized by a highly educated, mobile population. Many residents are born overseas or have recently arrived from abroad, contributing to a diverse community where a quarter of the population holds a postgraduate or bachelor's degree. This blend of professional success and international background creates a distinct, fast-paced urban character.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
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The community is noticeably younger than the national figure, with only 9.1% of people aged 65 and over. It is also more likely than most areas for residents to be in a de facto relationship.
A significant 36.0% of residents were born overseas, a figure far above the Northern Territory average. Many people here trace their ancestry to England, Australia, and Ireland, with a notable number of residents born in Nepal.
Language diversity is high, with 28.5% of people using a language other than English at home. This is well above the national figure, although it remains below the state average.
About 38.8% of people report having no religion, which is about the same as the figures for both the Northern Territory and Australia.
Larrakeyah is exceptionally well-qualified, with 40.0% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Year 12 completion is also far above the national and state averages.
Typical weekly household income is $2,372, which is well above the national figure. High earners are common here, with 21.3% of people earning $2,000 or more per week.
Residents enjoy very good health, with a long-term health condition rate of 14.9%—far below the national average of 27.7%. Only 1.6% of people need help with daily activities.
The area has a strong connection to the military, with 13.5% of people having served in the Defence Force, far above the national figure. Volunteer rates are also above the state and national averages.
First Nations residents in Larrakeyah are far more likely to have completed Year 12 than those in the rest of the territory, and the unemployment rate for this group is 0.0%.
The area has a high proportion of people living alone (28.4%) and fewer one-parent families than most other areas. Typical homes are smaller, with 2.3 people per household.
Rental properties dominate the market, with 64.8% of households renting. Most people live in flats or apartments, and typical weekly rents are $395, which is a little above the state figure.
Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, supported by a high number of transit stops. However, very few people work from home compared to the national average.
The population is highly transient, with 63.2% having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 31.8% of the community, far exceeding the national average.
Employment is very strong, with 74.3% of adults working or looking for work. The unemployment rate is just 1.8%, well below the national figure, with many working in public administration and safety.
The area is very walkable, and nearly all homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park. While public transport access is excellent, health services are less walkable than in other parts of the territory.