Nhulunbuy

NT 880 • Rest of NT

3,350
Population (2021)
$76,180
Median Income
65.56 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Nhulunbuy

Nhulunbuy is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Northern Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 3,350 and a median income of $76,180, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 65.56 km² at an elevation of 9m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NT.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Nhulunbuy is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Nhulunbuy falls under postcode 880 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mulka electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
880
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-12.20°, 136.77°
Statistical Area
Rest of NT
Area
65.56 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$120
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,741
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,240
Census 2021
3,350
3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$63,960
Income 2021
$76,180
19.1% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,152
Born Overseas 496

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 115
  • 2. England 64
  • 3. Philippines 46
  • 4. South Africa 26
  • 5. India 24
  • 6. Fiji 19
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 17
  • 8. Malaysia 15
  • 9. Brazil 11
  • 10. Thailand 11
  • 11. Zimbabwe 10
  • 12. Germany 9
  • 13. Iraq 9
  • 14. China 8
  • 15. United States 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,051
English 929
Australian Aboriginal 300
Irish 273
Scottish 271
German 116
Filipino 66
Maori 65
Italian 47
Chinese 43

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,583
Both parents born in Australia
632
Both parents born overseas
362
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
40.4%
Christianity
32.7%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
237 (7.1%)
5-14 years
653 (19.5%)
15-19 years
201 (6.0%)
20-24 years
133 (4.0%)
25-34 years
558 (16.7%)
35-44 years
655 (19.6%)
45-54 years
477 (14.2%)
55-64 years
304 (9.1%)
65-74 years
107 (3.2%)
75-84 years
28 (0.8%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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