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Jilkminggan

NT 852 • Northern Territory

263
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.10 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteRuralAboriginal CommunityOutback
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About Jilkminggan

Jilkminggan — also known as Djembere or Duck Creek — is a small remote Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory, located approximately 146 kilometres south-east of Katherine in the Roper Gulf region. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 263 residents living across a compact 6 square kilometre community area. Sitting within the Roper Gulf local government area, the community is situated on traditional Mangarrayi country along a pastoral landscape shaped by centuries of Indigenous connection to land and water.

Jilkminggan is home to a primary school and a health clinic — established among the first community infrastructure built following government land rights reforms — with children historically travelling to and from the nearby Elsey Station for schooling before these facilities were developed. Social housing makes up a significant proportion of dwellings, and the community relies on Katherine for major retail, medical, and administrative services. The area's remote character, with no sealed road access and limited connectivity, reflects the challenges and resilience of life in one of Australia's most isolated communities.

Jilkminggan falls under postcode 852 and is governed by the Roper Gulf Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lingiari, while state elections fall under the Katherine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Northern Territory
Postcode
852
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Roper Gulf
Federal Electorate
Lingiari
State Electorate
Katherine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-16.45°, 130.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.10 km²
Population Density
43 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 852

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 852, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,801
Median 2023–24
$40,100
▲ 22.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,936

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 852; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — Katherine Approx. 2h by road

Commute to Katherine (nearest regional centre)

Distance
146 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
2h - 2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45min - 2h

🛣️ No sealed road access; road conditions vary during wet season; Darwin is approx. 430 km north-west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A vehicle is essential; all major services are in Katherine and road access can be challenging in the wet season

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
263
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jilkminggan known for? +

Jilkminggan (also known as Djembere or Duck Creek) is known as one of the earliest Aboriginal communities established under Australian land rights reforms in the NT. It has a primary school and health clinic, and holds deep cultural significance as part of traditional Mangarrayi country in the Roper Gulf region.

How far is Jilkminggan from Katherine? +

Jilkminggan is approximately 146 kilometres south-east of Katherine, around a 2 hour drive. The community is also approximately 193 kilometres north of Daly Waters and 430 kilometres from Darwin.

Does Jilkminggan have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Jilkminggan. Access is by private vehicle, and road conditions can be significantly affected during the wet season. A car is essential for all travel to town services in Katherine.

What is the population of Jilkminggan? +

At the 2021 Census, Jilkminggan had a population of 263 residents. The community is compact at approximately 6 square kilometres and has a high proportion of social housing, reflecting the government-built nature of the settlement.

Is Jilkminggan a good place to live? +

Jilkminggan is a close-knit Aboriginal community that suits residents with strong cultural and family ties to Mangarrayi country. Access to a local primary school and health clinic provides essential services on site, though the remote location and seasonal road conditions make it a challenging environment for those unaccustomed to outback living.

What is the postcode for Jilkminggan? +

The postcode for Jilkminggan, NT is 0852.