Rosebery

The area is far younger than the national figure, with 26.6% of the population being children under 15. About 10.1% of residents are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, which is well above the Australian average.

Many residents were born overseas, accounting for 20.8% of the population. While Australian and English ancestries are most common, there is a diverse mix of backgrounds, including Irish, Scottish, and German.

English is the main language for 74.9% of people, though 15.9% use another language at home, which is much higher than in most similar areas. This diversity is reflected in the use of languages such as Greek and Tagalog.

A large proportion of the community has no religion, at 45.9%, which is well above both the state and national figures. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 35.9%.

The community is relatively well-qualified, with 56.1% of residents completing Year 12, a figure well above the Northern Territory average. About 18.9% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher.

Earnings are very high here, with 30.8% of households bringing in over $3,000 a week. The typical weekly family income of $2,630 is a little above the state and national figures.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with only 19.3% reporting a long-term health condition, which is well below the national figure. Only 3.5% of people need help with daily activities.

Family life is a priority here, as 32.7% of people provide unpaid childcare, well above the national average. There is also a very strong connection to the Defence Force, with 10.3% of residents having served.

First Nations residents in Rosebery experience much higher outcomes than the state average, with a typical personal income of $1,053 and a low unemployment rate of 6.3%.

Homes are typically larger than average, with 2.9 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children, who make up 67.3% of families.

The area is dominated by renters, who make up 52.2% of households, and typical weekly rents of $420 are well above the state average. Large homes are common, with 79.5% having three or more bedrooms.

Most people rely on cars for work, though the area is well-serviced by 17 public transport stops. Only 1.9% of homes do not have a motor vehicle, which is well below the national figure.

The population is highly mobile, with 57.1% of residents having moved in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 14.2% of the community.

Job prospects are strong, with 75.5% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is high at 69.6%, with many people working in public administration, safety, and health.

Rosebery is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park or school. Almost all residents also live within a short walk of public transport and health services.