Coconut Grove (NT)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region and recent residential addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Coconut Grove has an estimated population of approximately 3,100 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 208 residents (7.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,892 residents. This population estimate of 3,100 was determined by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside subsequent address verifications after the Census. The current population translates to a density of 2,183 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density across national locations analyzed by Districts. The post-census growth of 7.2% in the suburb of Coconut Grove is within 2.1 percentage points of the national average of 9.3%, reflecting competitive local growth dynamics. Population increases in this area were mostly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 70.0% of the overall population growth in recent times.

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Coconut Grove features a highly qualified labor force, strong representation in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of 6.4%, and relatively steady job numbers over the prior year, according to statistical data aggregated by Districts. As of March 2026, there are 1,682 employed residents, while the local unemployment rate is 2.9% higher than the Greater Darwin rate of 3.5%. Additionally, labor force participation is lower than the regional baseline, sitting at 68.2% compared to 72.7% in Greater Darwin. Census data reveals that a minimal 3.8% of residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 shows that income levels in the suburb of Coconut Grove are lower than the national average. Taxpayers in this suburb recorded a median income of $54,745 and an average income of $63,757, compared to Greater Darwin averages of $66,956 and $77,199. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.41% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $59,897 for the median and $69,757 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual incomes ranked at the 69th percentile with a weekly figure of $913, while household incomes ranked at the 38th percentile. The dominant income bracket consists of 31.9% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 per week ( people), which is similar to the wider region where fall into this category. Housing affordability is a significant issue, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the local income level in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 23.7% separate houses and 76.2% alternative housing types such as semi-detached homes, units, and other dwellings, compared to 63.5% separate houses and 36.5% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Darwin. The home ownership rate was 14.8%, trailing the Darwin metropolitan average, with the remaining homes occupied by residents with a mortgage (22.7%) or tenants (62.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,600, which is lower than the Darwin metropolitan average of $2,100, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to $385 across metropolitan Darwin. On a national level, housing costs are comparatively low, with local mortgage payments below the Australian median of $1,863 and rents below the national median of $375.

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Families represent 56.2% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 21.5%, couples without children at 23.6%, and single-parent households at 9.3%. The remaining 43.8% are non-family households, which are made up of single-person households at 37.7% and group households at 6.2%. The median household size stands at 2.2 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications is high, with 40.7% of people aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 27.3% across the Northern Territory and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile positions the local workforce well for opportunities in knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tertiary qualification at 23.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 14.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 28.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualifications such as advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (17.4%).

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Public transport services in the suburb are provided by 13 active transit stops serviced by buses. These stops accommodate 36 distinct routes, which support a total of 2,131 passenger journeys per week. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 170 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 81%, followed by buses at 9% and cycling at 3%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 0.9, which is lower than the regional average. A small portion of residents, representing 3.8% of the total, worked from home according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Local health indicators are generally aligned with national averages, according to an assessment by Districts of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses. The frequency of common health issues in the general population is standard, although it is higher than the national baseline among older age groups. Furthermore, the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly lower than the typical SA2 average, covering approximately 52% of the population, or about 1,612 individuals, compared to 57.8% throughout Greater Darwin.

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The local community displays a high level of cultural diversity, with 44.3% of residents using a language other than English at home and 46.5% born in another country. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 36.9% of the population. There is a notable concentration of residents identifying with Hinduism, who make up 12.9% of the population, which is considerably higher than the Greater Darwin average of 4.2%.

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The median age of residents is 35 years, which is close to the Greater Darwin average of 34 years and slightly below the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, there is a higher concentration of young adults aged 25 to 34 (23.5%) and fewer children aged 5 to 14 (7.6%). The proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 is also higher than the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 75 to 84 age group increased from 4.2% to 5.3% of the population, while the 55 to 64 age group fell from 11.0% to 9.4%. Future demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, the age profile will change, with the to cohort projected to show the strongest growth at , adding residents to reach while the to group is projected to grow by , adding children.

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Coconut Grove currently has an estimated 232 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 141 children aged 0-2 and 93 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 243 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 189. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.