Top Springs
NT 852 • Northern Territory
About Top Springs
Top Springs is a small rural locality situated in central Australia, approximately 444 kilometres from Darwin CBD. The locality covers an area of 2.8 square kilometres and recorded a very small permanent population of just 11 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of central Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of Northern Territory.
Top Springs is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of Northern Territory. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Top Springs home.
Top Springs falls under postcode 852 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Katherine electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Top Springs is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Top Springs has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Buntine Highway