Holtze (NT)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Holtze has a population calculated at 2,079 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 139 people (7.2%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,940 people. This change is inferred from the resident population of 2,079, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 50 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person. Over the past decade, the suburb of Holtze has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 1.2% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Holtze possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of just 1.2%, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026652 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.3% below Greater Darwin's rate of 3.5%, and workforce participation lags significantly (33.4% compared to Greater Darwin's 72.7%). Based on Census responses, a low 1.0% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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According to Districts' aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Holtze had a median income among taxpayers of $76,156 with the average level standing at $83,396. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $66,956 and $77,199 across Greater Darwin respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $83,322 (median) and $91,244 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals individual earnings stand out at the 94th percentile nationally ($1,308 weekly), though household income ranks lower at the 33rd percentile. Income brackets indicate the predominant cohort spans 35.2% of locals (731 people) in the $800 - category, unlike trends the region where fall within the - range. Housing costs are manageable with retained, though disposable income sits below average at the nd percentile.

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Dwelling structure within Holtze, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 34.0% houses and 66.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Darwin metro's 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Holtze was well beyond that of Darwin metro, at 48.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (12.0%) or rented (39.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Darwin metro average at $1,122, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $230, compared to Darwin metro's $2,100 and $385. Nationally, Holtze's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 60.4% of all households, comprising 16.7% couples with children, 39.6% couples without children, and none were recorded for single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 39.6%, with lone person households at 43.8% and group households comprising none of the total. The median household size of 2.0 people is smaller than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

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The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (7.9%) substantially below the SA4 region average of 31.3%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 6.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.4%). Vocational pathways account for 18.1% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (2.7%) and certificates (15.4%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 4 active transport stops operating within Holtze comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 13 individual routes, collectively providing 868 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 1250 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 59%, with 25% walking and 7% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. A relatively low 1.0% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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Holtze demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (1,240 people).

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Holtze was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 37.6% of its population being citizens, 91.9% born in Australia, and 90.0% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Holtze was found to be Christianity, which makes up 35.1% of people in Holtze. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 1.7% of the population, compared to 2.3% across Greater Darwin.

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With a median age of 32, the suburb of Holtze is slightly younger than the Greater Darwin figure of 34 similarly substantially under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Darwin, the suburb of Holtze has a higher concentration of 15 - 24 residents (28.2%) but fewer 5 - 14 year-olds (3.7%). This 15 - 24 concentration is well above the national 12.7%. In the period since 2021, the 5 to 14 age group has grown from 1.4% to 3.7% of the population, while the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 2.5% to 3.8%. Conversely, the to cohort has declined from to and the to group dropped from to . Looking ahead to demographic projections reveal significant shifts in the suburb of Holtze's age structure. The to age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by people () from to .

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Holtze currently has an estimated 22 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 50 children aged 0-2 and 34 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 69% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 45% by 2041 (to approximately 32 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 159. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally.