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Atitjere

NT 872 • Northern Territory

204
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackRuralQuiet
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About Atitjere

Atitjere (also known as Engawala) is a remote Aboriginal community in the Central Desert region of the Northern Territory, located approximately 180 kilometres north of Alice Springs within the Central Desert Regional Council local government area. The community covers a small area of around 7 square kilometres in the arid landscape of Central Australia, set amid the open spinifex plains and mulga scrub of the NT interior. It forms part of the broader Akityarre ward, which encompasses several remote communities across a vast area of the territory.

The community is primarily serviced by the Central Desert Regional Council, which provides essential services including local governance, infrastructure, and community support across this remote region of the Northern Territory. The surrounding landscape is characteristic of Central Australia, with red-earth country, sparse native vegetation, and a stark, expansive beauty typical of the outback interior. There is no public transport to or from Atitjere; access is via unsealed outback roads and a private four-wheel-drive vehicle, with Alice Springs serving as the nearest major centre for comprehensive services.

Atitjere falls under postcode 872 and is governed by the Central Desert Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lingiari, while state elections fall under the Namatjira electorate.

📍 Location

State
Northern Territory
Postcode
872
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Desert
Federal Electorate
Lingiari
State Electorate
Namatjira
Type
Locality
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-21.95°, 131.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.01 km²
Population Density
29 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 872

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 872 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$39,563
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,844

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 872; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Alice Springs Approx 2–3 hrs by road (unsealed)

Commute to Darwin CBD

Distance
1600 km
By Train
No train service to Atitjere; The Ghan passes through Alice Springs (approx 180 km south)
By Car (Peak)
18–20 hrs to Darwin via unsealed and sealed roads
By Car (Off-Peak)
16–18 hrs

🛣️ Extremely remote community; 4WD vehicle required on local roads; Alice Springs is the nearest major service centre (~180 km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote community with basic local services only; all major errands require a vehicle to Alice Springs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
204
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atitjere known for? +

Atitjere, also known as Engawala, is a remote Aboriginal community in the Central Desert region of the Northern Territory. It is part of the Central Desert Regional Council area and is known for its traditional cultural connections and its setting in the stark, beautiful arid landscape of Central Australia.

How far is Atitjere from Alice Springs? +

Atitjere is approximately 180 kilometres north of Alice Springs, which is the nearest major service centre. The journey involves unsealed outback roads and typically takes around 2–3 hours by four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Does Atitjere have public transport? +

Atitjere has no public transport or rail service. The community is accessed via unsealed outback roads and a 4WD vehicle is required. The Ghan railway passes through Alice Springs, approximately 180 kilometres to the south, but does not serve Atitjere.

What is the population of Atitjere? +

Atitjere is a small remote community with a population of approximately 204 residents as recorded in the 2021 Census. It is one of several communities within the Central Desert Regional Council's Akityarre ward.

Is Atitjere a good place to live? +

Atitjere is a remote Aboriginal community that offers a distinctive lifestyle connected to Country in Central Australia's arid interior. It suits those with strong community ties to the area, though its extreme remoteness means access to services, health care, and amenities requires significant travel to Alice Springs.

What is the postcode for Atitjere? +

The postcode for Atitjere is 0872 (often written as 872), which covers several remote communities and localities in the Central Desert region of the Northern Territory.