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Binjari

NT 852 • Northern Territory

240
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
2.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteRuralQuiet

About Binjari

Binjari is a small Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory, located approximately 13 kilometres south-west of Katherine along the Victoria Highway. It falls within the Katherine Town Council local government area and recorded a population of 240 in the 2021 census, up from 190 in 2016. The community covers a compact area of around 2.8 square kilometres in the tropical savanna landscape characteristic of the Top End region.

Binjari is a close-knit Indigenous community, with residents accessing schools, healthcare, and most services in Katherine, the nearest regional centre. The community has a high proportion of social housing relative to its population, reflecting its status as a government-supported remote locality. Katherine offers a range of amenities including Katherine Hospital, shops, and Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk National Park), one of the Top End's premier tourism destinations, approximately 30 kilometres north of the town.

Binjari falls under postcode 852 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Katherine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Northern Territory
Postcode
852
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lingiari
State Electorate
Katherine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-16.45°, 130.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.81 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited community transport — Katherine (nearest major centre) Approx. 15–20 min by car

Commute to Darwin CBD

Distance
315 km
By Train
No regular passenger rail service
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs

🛣️ Katherine is 13 km north-east; Darwin is approx. 315 km north via the Stuart Highway; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Binjari has minimal local infrastructure; residents rely on private vehicles or community transport to access services in Katherine

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
240
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Binjari known for? +

Binjari is a small Indigenous community in the Northern Territory's Top End, known as a close-knit Aboriginal community near Katherine. The community gained broader attention during the 2021 COVID-19 outbreak, which led to a significant public health response in the locality.

How far is Binjari from Katherine? +

Binjari is approximately 13 kilometres south-west of Katherine, around a 15–20 minute drive via the Victoria Highway. Katherine is the nearest regional centre for shopping, healthcare, education, and other services.

Does Binjari have public transport? +

Binjari does not have regular public bus services. Residents typically use private vehicles or community transport to reach Katherine. There is no rail service in the immediate area, though The Ghan (Darwin–Adelaide) stops at Katherine.

What is the population of Binjari? +

According to the 2021 Census, Binjari had a population of 240 people, up from 190 in the 2016 census. The community is compact, covering approximately 2.8 square kilometres.

Is Binjari a good place to live? +

Binjari offers a strong community-oriented lifestyle within an Aboriginal community setting near Katherine. Its proximity to Katherine means residents can access a regional centre's services while living in a close-knit rural community. The tropical Top End environment is rich in natural beauty, with Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park a short drive away.

What is the postcode for Binjari? +

The postcode for Binjari is 0852, shared with Katherine and surrounding communities in the Northern Territory.