Jingili (NT)

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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Jingili has an estimated population of approximately 1,990 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 149 people (8.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 1,841 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 1,990, determined by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with a single validated new address added since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,507 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average across national areas monitored by Districts. The post-census growth rate of 8.1% for the suburb of Jingili is within 1.2 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), indicating competitive growth patterns. Population growth in the suburb of Jingili was mainly driven by overseas migration, which made up roughly 54.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Jingili features a well-educated labor force with strong representation in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 3.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.9% over the prior year, according to compiled Districts regional data. As of March 2026, there are 1,008 working residents, while the local unemployment rate sits 0.3% above the 3.5% rate in Greater Darwin, and workforce participation is slightly below average (68.7% compared to 72.7% in Greater Darwin). According to Census data, a low 4.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the suburb of Jingili are above the national average, with a median of $62,481 and an average of $72,765. In comparison, Greater Darwin recorded a median income of $66,956 and an average of $77,199. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since financial year 2023, current levels would be roughly $68,360 (median) and $79,612 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Jingili all rank highly, placing between the 82nd and 86th percentiles nationally. The earnings distribution shows that the largest group, comprising 31.4% of residents (624 people), falls into the $1,500 - bracket, mirroring the wider region where are in this range. The high percentage of top earners ( earning over /week) demonstrates solid economic resources in the community. Housing costs consume of income, while strong earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the th decile.

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Residential property types in Jingili at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.8% separate houses and 2.2% other types of housing, such as townhouses, units, or alternative dwellings, compared to the Darwin metropolitan breakdown of 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Jingili was significantly higher than the Darwin metro average at 28.3%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (46.8%) or rented (24.9%). The median monthly home loan repayment was below the Darwin metro average at $2,015, while the median weekly rent was $400, compared to Darwin metro values of $2,100 and $385. Nationally, mortgage costs in Jingili exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 77.9%, consisting of couples with children at 35.5%, couples without children at 22.2%, and single parent families at 17.5%. The remaining 22.1% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 15.1% and group living situations making up 6.1% of the total. The median household occupancy of 3.0 people is higher than the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

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The area's educational profile is highly competitive within the region, with university graduation rates (33.8% of residents aged 15+) higher than the NT average of 27.3% and the national average of 30.4%, showing a strong community focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.6%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 30.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (21.2%).

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Public transit analysis shows 10 transit stops operating in Jingili, consisting of bus services. These locations are serviced by 25 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 1,275 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 185 meters from their nearest stop. As a predominantly residential neighborhood, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transit mode at 88% and cycling at 4%. Car ownership averages 1.7 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 4.9% of workers commute from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 rules).

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Jingili displays strong health statistics based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic illness, with both youth and older demographics showing low rates of common health conditions, and the rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at roughly 56% of the population (~1,105 people). This compares to 57.8% across Greater Darwin.

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Jingili exhibits greater cultural diversity than most local areas, with 26.0% of residents born outside Australia and 21.3% speaking a non-English language at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 39.2% of the local population. However, the most notable disproportionate representation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 3.0% of residents compared to 3.3% across Greater Darwin.

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With a median age of 36, the suburb of Jingili is slightly older than Greater Darwin's median of 34 but slightly younger than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin, the suburb of Jingili has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 (17.0%) but fewer residents aged 25 to 34 (12.2%). This 5 to 14 cohort is significantly larger than the national average of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 11.7% to 14.4% of the population, while the 5 to 14 demographic grew from 15.6% to 17.0%. In contrast, the 35 to age bracket fell from to , and the to group declined from to . Population projections for point to notable demographic shifts in the suburb of Jingili. The to cohort is projected to have the strongest growth at , adding residents to reach . Conversely, the to age group is projected to shrink by residents.

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Jingili currently has an estimated 119 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 72 children aged 0-2 and 47 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 10% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 121 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 270. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.