Alice Springs
NT 870 • Northern Territory
About Alice Springs
Alice Springs is the principal urban centre of Central Australia in the Northern Territory, located in an arid inland setting between major national routes. The dataset records a local population of 231 for this suburb entry, within the broader Alice Springs urban system. The area is known for strong Aboriginal cultural significance, outback geography and service-centre functions. Its character combines regional-city infrastructure with desert landscapes and a distinct remote-town identity.
Lifestyle is shaped by regional services, tourism, education and health-sector employment, with residents accessing a broad mix of facilities compared with smaller remote communities. Outdoor recreation, cultural events and access to iconic central Australian attractions are key parts of local life. Public transport is bus-based within town and road/air-based for longer-distance travel, with limited rail relevance for daily commuting. The locality appeals to residents working in government, community services, tourism and regional operations.
Alice Springs falls under postcode 870 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Namatjira electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Alice Springs urban bus network — Town centre and suburban precincts 10-35 min
- Regional coach services — Tennant Creek / Darwin / Adelaide corridors Long-distance, service-dependent
- Airport shuttle and private services — Alice Springs Airport 15-25 min
Commute to Alice Springs Town Centre
🛣️ Most local travel is by car or bus; long-distance connectivity is primarily road and air based.
Core town areas are walkable, but heat, distance and dispersed services make vehicles important for many trips.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.