# Rosebery

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: Northern Territory › Greater Darwin › Palmerston › 0832, NT

Area: 2 km²

High typical incomes define Rosebery, where the usual weekly personal income of $1,205 is among the highest in the region. This is a young, growing community with a typical resident aged just 30 and a large number of children under 15. Many residents are recent arrivals, with over half the population moving here in the last five years. The area is a hub for working families, characterized by high employment and a strong presence of young adults.

## Demographics & Identity

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 4,127 | +10.2% since 2011 |
| Median age | 30 yrs | +15.4% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 10.1% | +61.7% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 5.0% | +109.0% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 26.6% | -9.6% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 17.5% | -17.0% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Young adults (25–44) 36.4%, Children (0–14) 26.6%, Older adults (45–64) 19.2%, Youth (15–24) 12.9%, Seniors (65+) 5.0%

**Marital status** — Married 43.9%, Never married 43.7%, Divorced 6.8%, Separated 3.3%, Widowed 2.1%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 20.8% | +29.7% since 2011 |

**Country of birth** — Australia 70.6%, Philippines 2.9%, England 2.5%, New Zealand 2.1%, India 2.0%, South Africa 0.7%, Nepal 0.6%, Vietnam 0.6%, China 0.3%, Italy 0.1%

**Ancestry** — Australian 35.5%, English 31.5%, Irish 7.7%, Scottish 7.4%, German 4.6%, Filipino 4.1%, Chinese 2.8%, Indian 2.3%, Italian 2.2%, Greek 1.6%, Dutch 1.0%, Vietnamese 0.8%

## Language

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 15.9% | +62.2% since 2011 |
| People who speak little or no English | 1.7% | +48.1% since 2016 |

**Language used at home** — English only 74.9%, Greek 1.2%, Tagalog 1.1%, Vietnamese 0.8%, Mandarin 0.5%, Punjabi 0.5%, Hindi 0.4%, Italian 0.2%, Arabic 0.1%

## Religion

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%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 45.9% | +54.9% since 2011 |

**Religious affiliation** — No religion 45.9%, Christianity 35.9%, Not stated 10.5%, Hinduism 2.5%, Buddhism 2.1%, Islam 1.8%, Other religions 1.0%, Judaism 0.1%

## Education & Qualifications

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 56.1% | +9.0% since 2011 |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 18.9% | +54.6% since 2011 |
| Schools per 1,000 children | 0.91 | — |
| Schools within 3 km | 15 | — |
| Average school size | 494 | — |
| Average school ICSEA | 955 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 12 56.1%, Year 10 16.4%, Year 11 12.8%, Year 9 or below 4.8%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 34.9%, Bachelor degree 18.1%, Advanced diploma / diploma 15.7%, Postgraduate degree 6.3%, Graduate diploma / certificate 3.7%, Certificate I / II 2.8%

**Field of qualification** — Management & commerce 19.5%, Engineering & related 15.6%, Society & culture 12.6%, Health 9.5%, Education 7.3%, Food, hospitality & personal services 5.2%, Architecture & building 4.8%, Information technology 2.6%, Natural & physical sciences 2.1%, Creative arts 1.9%, Agriculture & environment 1.5%

## Income

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $1,205 | +17.7% since 2011 |
| Median household income (weekly) | $2,397 | +9.7% since 2011 |
| Median family income (weekly) | $2,630 | +17.8% since 2011 |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 15.8% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 30.8% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $1,500–$2,999 38.8%, $3,000–$3,999 16.4%, $4,000 or more 14.4%, $650–$1,499 14.2%, Under $650 5.3%

**Personal income distribution** — $650–$1,499 34.0%, $1,500–$2,999 28.7%, Under $650 23.3%, $3,000 or more 4.1%

## Health & Disability

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 19.3% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 6.9% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 3.5% | +106.0% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Mental health 6.9%, Asthma 6.8%, Other condition 6.0%, Arthritis 4.4%, Diabetes 2.8%, Heart disease 1.8%, Cancer 1.1%, Lung condition 1.0%, Stroke 0.5%, Dementia 0.2%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 69.3%, One condition 14.2%, Two conditions 3.7%, Three or more 1.4%

## Community Participation

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 13.5% | -3.8% since 2011 |
| People providing unpaid care | 8.5% | +6.3% since 2011 |
| People caring for children unpaid | 32.7% | -13.4% since 2011 |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 10.3% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 16.8% | -12.2% since 2011 |

## First Nations

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%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 417 | — |
| First Nations median age | 23 yrs | — |
| First Nations Year 12 completion | 38.6% | — |
| First Nations unemployment rate | 6.3% | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $1,053 | — |
| First Nations household income | $2,318 | — |
| Speaks a First Nations language | 8.2% | — |

## Family & Households

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.9 | -3.3% since 2011 |
| One-parent families | 13.7% | +55.1% since 2011 |
| People living alone | 18.0% | +54.2% since 2011 |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 67.3%, Couples without children 18.1%, One-parent families 13.7%, Other families 0.8%

**Household size** — 2 people 29.0%, 4 people 20.4%, 3 people 19.0%, 1 person 18.0%, 5 people 9.2%, 6 or more 4.8%

## Housing & Dwellings

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $420 | -6.7% since 2011 |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $2,128 | -21.1% since 2011 |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.90 | -18.2% since 2011 |
| Households renting | 52.2% | +0.4% since 2011 |
| Homes owned outright | 8.4% | +37.9% since 2011 |
| Separate (detached) houses | 68.3% | -10.2% since 2011 |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 79.5% | -6.7% since 2011 |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Rented 52.2%, Owned with a mortgage 36.3%, Owned outright 8.4%, Other tenure 1.8%, Not stated 1.4%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 68.3%, Townhouse / semi-detached 20.7%, Flat or apartment 10.8%

**Bedrooms per home** — 4 bedrooms 39.2%, 3 bedrooms 35.2%, 2 bedrooms 17.3%, 5 or more 5.1%, 1 bedroom 1.4%

**Weekly rent distribution** — $350–$549 51.5%, $200–$349 19.1%, $550–$749 17.8%, Under $200 3.7%, $750 or more 1.2%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — $1,800–$2,999 42.1%, $1,000–$1,799 25.6%, $3,000 or more 17.1%, Under $1,000 10.6%

## Transport & Vehicles

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 1.9% | +71.9% since 2011 |
| People working from home | 2.9% | +67.4% since 2011 |
| Commuting by public transport | 1.2% | -32.0% since 2011 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 4.12 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 590.0 | — |
| Public transport routes | 8 | — |
| Walk to nearest stop (min) | 1 | — |
| People reachable in 30 min by transit | 9,646 | — |
| People reachable in 45 min by transit | 26,219 | — |
| Transit time to the city (min) | 76 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 73.9%, Car (passenger) 6.1%, Worked at home 2.9%, Bus 1.2%, Walked 0.7%, Bicycle 0.5%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 2 vehicles 45.8%, 1 vehicle 29.5%, 3 vehicles 16.6%, 4 or more 5.9%, No vehicle 1.9%

## Migration & Movement

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 57.1% | -22.0% since 2011 |
| Recent arrivals from overseas | 14.2% | -50.5% since 2011 |

## Jobs & Industry

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% | +21.3% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 75.5% | -4.0% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 69.6% | -7.8% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Public administration & safety 21.7%, Health care & social assistance 11.6%, Construction 9.8%, Retail trade 9.6%, Education & training 7.6%, Accommodation & food 6.8%, Transport & warehousing 4.8%, Professional & technical 4.0%, Other services 3.9%, Manufacturing 2.9%, Administrative & support 2.8%, Mining 2.8%, Electricity, gas & water 1.8%, Wholesale trade 1.8%, Finance & insurance 1.5%, Arts & recreation 1.3%, Rental & real estate 1.2%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 0.4%, Media & telecommunications 0.4%

**Occupations people work in** — Technicians & trades 17.1%, Professionals 16.8%, Community & personal service 16.4%, Clerical & administrative 16.4%, Managers 11.6%, Sales workers 7.9%, Labourers 6.4%, Machinery operators & drivers 5.6%

## Walkability

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.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 6.5 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 6.1 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 99.5% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 94.4% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 100.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 100.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 100.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 97.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 7.3 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 151 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 3.9% | — |

## Schools serving Rosebery

15 schools, 7,412 students, average ICSEA 955.

By sector: Government 10, Catholic 3, Independent 2

By type: Primary 11, Secondary 2, Combined 2

Nearest 10 shown:

| School | Sector | Type | Distance | Students |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Rosebery Primary School | Government | Primary | 0.4 km | 349 |
| Woodroffe Primary School | Government | Primary | 1.0 km | 327 |
| Forrest Parade School | Government | Primary | 1.3 km | 118 |
| Mother Teresa Catholic Primary School | Catholic | Primary | 1.6 km | 379 |
| Bakewell Primary School | Government | Primary | 1.6 km | 616 |
| Zuccoli Primary School | Government | Primary | 1.6 km | 537 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School | Catholic | Primary | 1.9 km | 165 |
| Moulden Primary School | Government | Primary | 2.2 km | 211 |
| MacKillop Catholic College | Catholic | Secondary | 2.2 km | 795 |
| Gray Primary School | Government | Primary | 2.4 km | 283 |

## Nearby areas

[Bakewell](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70022/bakewell) · [Bellamack](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70027/bellamack) · [Woodroffe](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70292/woodroffe) · [Zuccoli](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70303/zuccoli) · [Moulden](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70193/moulden) · [Gray](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70112/gray) · [Gunn](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70116/gunn) · [Mitchell](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70191/mitchell)

Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL70234/rosebery