Shoal Bay
NT 830 • Northern Territory
About Shoal Bay
Shoal Bay is a sparsely populated locality in Northern Territory, situated 14 kilometres east of Darwin CBD in the region. Covering approximately 205.7 square kilometres, it has a negligible permanent resident population according to the 2021 Census. The area functions primarily as a geographic or administrative locality rather than a residential community.
The locality is set in a predominantly rural or natural environment, with limited infrastructure and no established township. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Northern Territory. Access is by private vehicle, and residents in the broader area rely on nearby towns for essential services.
Shoal Bay falls under postcode 830 and is governed by the Palmerston Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Solomon, while state elections fall under the Spillett electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 830
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 830, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 830; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited or no scheduled services — Nearest regional town Varies
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ A private vehicle is essential in this rural locality
This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.