Rakula

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 59.3% of the population, which is far above the national figure. The area has no children under 15 or people aged 65 and over, and only 6.5% of residents are in a de facto relationship.

Almost everyone was born in Australia, and the area has a much lower proportion of overseas-born residents than most other areas. Those who list an ancestry include Australian, Irish, and English.

Over a quarter of people use another language at home, which is well above the national average. However, no residents report speaking little or no English.

About 44.1% of the community are Christians, while 39% report no religion, a figure that is about the same as the Northern Territory and national averages.

Education levels are much lower than in most areas, with only 5.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher and only 29.4% completing Year 12. Many residents hold certificates, and the most common qualification field is agriculture and environment.

Typical household income is $1,874 a week, which is about the same as the national figure. However, no households earn $3,000 or more per week, and typical personal income is well below the Northern Territory average.

Residents report much better health than most areas, with no one needing help with daily activities or reporting a mental health condition. Only 18.6% have a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure.

Participation in unpaid work is much lower than in most areas, with only 7% of people volunteering. Similarly, only 14% of people provide unpaid childcare or housework.

First Nations residents in Rakula are far older than those in the state or nation, with a typical age of 41. A majority of 57.1% speak a First Nations language, and their typical household income is well above the Northern Territory average.

The area has a very high proportion of one-parent families at 32.6%. Homes tend to be larger than usual, with 2.7 people per home and 23.8% of households containing six or more people.

Renters make up over half the community, and the typical weekly rent of $80 is far below the national and state figures. Most residents live in separate houses, and 19% own their home outright.

The community is entirely car-dependent with no public transport stops or routes. About 32.3% of people walk to work, while others drive or work from home.

About 32.2% of the population moved in the last five years, which is well below the national and state figures.

Full-time employment is much higher than in most areas at 71%, and the unemployment rate is 0.0%. People predominantly work in arts and recreation or agriculture and forestry.

The area is completely car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or parks.