Wagait Beach

The community is much older than the state and national averages, and it has a higher proportion of seniors and people in de facto relationships than most similar areas. While 8.1% of people are First Nations, this is far below the Northern Territory average.

People born overseas make up 17.8% of the population, which is higher than in most similar areas but well below the national figure. The most common ancestries are Australian and English, followed by Irish and Scottish.

English is the main language for 83.9% of residents, and the proportion of people using another language at home is far below the state and national averages. Notably, no residents report speaking little or no English.

Nearly half of the population (49.1%) report having no religion, a figure that is far above both the Northern Territory and Australian averages. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 36.3%.

A higher proportion of adults here hold a bachelor degree or higher compared to most similar areas. However, the rate of Year 12 completion is far below the national figure.

Typical household and family incomes are well below the national and state figures, though a higher-than-usual share of individuals earn $2,000 or more per week. The typical personal weekly income is $826, which is about the same as the national figure.

More people here need help with daily activities than in most similar areas, and long-term health conditions are well above the state average. Arthritis and mental health are among the most reported conditions.

Volunteering is very common here, with 23.8% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure. The area also has a higher rate of people doing unpaid housework than the state average.

The First Nations population is typically older than in other areas, with a median age of 47. While Year 12 completion is far above the state average, household incomes for First Nations people are much lower than most areas.

Homes are smaller than usual, with only 2.1 people per home. This is consistent with a higher number of people living alone and a high proportion of couples without children.

The area is dominated by detached houses, with 97.7% of homes being separate dwellings. Home ownership is strong, and the rate of renting is far below both the state and national figures.

Most people rely on cars, and the area is very car-dependent. While 8.6% of people work from home—which is well above the state average—very few use public transport for commuting.

The population is relatively stable, with fewer people moving in the last five years compared to most similar areas. There have been no recent arrivals from overseas.

About 54.7% of adults are working or looking for work, which is lower than in most similar areas. The most common industries for local workers are public administration and safety, followed by health care.

Wagait Beach is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. There are no schools or health services within a 15-minute walk of any home.