Virginia (NT)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Virginia (NT) has a population calculated at 2,075 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 264 people (14.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,811 people. This shift is derived from the resident population of 2,075, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP release (June 2025) alongside 11 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 63 persons per square kilometer, offering residents a significant amount of personal space. The growth rate of 14.6% since the 2021 census was higher than the national figure (9.3%) and the state average, positioning the suburb as a leader in regional growth. The main driver of this expansion was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 41.0% of the total population growth in recent times, though other elements like interstate and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

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Virginia features a skilled workforce with good representation in essential service fields and an unemployment rate of only 3.4%, according to Districts aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,172 residents are employed, which aligns with the Greater Darwin unemployment rate of 3.5%, while participation in the workforce is slightly lower than average (70.3% compared to 72.7% in Greater Darwin). Census records indicate that a low 6.8% of residents worked from home, although this should be viewed in light of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

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Taxpayer income levels in Virginia are significantly higher than the national benchmark, based on the latest ATO statistics aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. The median income for taxpayers in the suburb is $65,106 and the average income is $75,662, compared to Greater Darwin averages of $66,956 and $77,199. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since financial year 2023, current estimates indicate figures of approximately $71,232 (median) and $82,782 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes are all highly ranked in Virginia, placing in the 89th to 93rd percentiles across the country. The income distribution is led by the $4000+ bracket, which accounts for 26.8% of residents ( people), differing from regional patterns where fall into the - range. The suburb shows notable wealth, with of individuals earning more than weekly, which supports high-end retail and local services. Housing costs consume of income, while strong household earnings place residents in the rd percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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The mix of housing in Virginia at the latest Census was comprised of 96.0% detached houses and 3.9% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to Darwin metro where houses made up 63.5% and other options accounted for 36.5%. Home ownership in Virginia was much higher than in Darwin metro at 31.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (49.4%) or tenants renting (18.7%). The median monthly home loan repayment locally was significantly higher than the Darwin metro average at $2,500, while the median weekly rent stood at $460, compared to regional benchmarks of $2,100 and $385. Looking nationally, Virginia's mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are notably above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 78.6%, consisting of 37.3% couples with children, 31.5% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent households. The remaining 21.4% are non-family arrangements, which include lone person households at 17.5% and group share houses at 3.7%. The typical household size is 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Darwin average of 2.6.

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The community has educational gaps, with tertiary degree attainment (18.0% of residents) falling significantly below the SA4 regional average of 31.3%. This represents a key opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (34.5%).

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Public transport data shows 18 operational transit stops in Virginia, consisting of bus services. These locations are serviced by 35 different routes, which provide a total of 2,585 weekly passenger trips. Local transit access is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 861 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and cars are the primary mode of travel for 96% of residents. Dwellings have an average of 2.3 vehicles, which is above the regional average. A relatively low 6.8% of the workforce works from home, based on 2021 Census records which may be influenced by COVID-19 factors.

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Evaluation of regional health indicators shows favorable outcomes across Virginia, based on Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which reveal a very low incidence of common health issues across all age groups, while the rate of private medical insurance is very high, covering approximately 57% of the population (~1,175 people).

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Virginia records below-average levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 89.0% of the population, 85.7% of residents born in Australia, and 93.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 38.9% of the population. The most prominent overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which represents 1.1% of residents compared to 3.3% across Greater Darwin.

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The median age of residents is 43, which is considerably older than the Greater Darwin median of 34 and higher than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Darwin averages, the suburb of Virginia (NT) has a high proportion of people in the 55 - 64 age bracket (16.2% of the local population), while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 9.0%. This local concentration of 55 - 64 year-olds is well above the national figure of 11.2%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 11.8% to 13.6% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 18.0% to 15.8%, and the to age group has fallen from to . Demographic projections indicate the age profile will shift by with the to group expected to grow by people () to reach from a base of .

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Virginia currently has an estimated 103 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 69 children aged 0-2 and 46 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 20% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 119 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 206. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.5 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.