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Dundee Forest

NT 840 • Northern Territory

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
178.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteBushlandPeacefulCoastal

About Dundee Forest

Dundee Forest is a rural locality in the Northern Territory of Australia, situated approximately 58 kilometres south-west of Darwin in the Belyuen region. Covering around 179 square kilometres of tropical savanna woodland, it is a sparsely populated area with a 2021 Census population of 85 residents, reflecting its character as an acreage and rural retreat locality on Darwin's outer fringe. The locality is part of the broader Dundee Beach and Dundee Downs coastal hinterland, renowned for its fishing, lifestyle blocks, and proximity to the Timor Sea coastline.

Dundee Forest attracts residents seeking large rural blocks and a laid-back Top End lifestyle, with the adjoining Dundee Beach area offering direct access to excellent barramundi and mud crab fishing in tidal creeks and the Timor Sea. The tropical savanna landscape features monsoon forests, open woodland, and seasonal wetlands that burst to life during the wet season. Darwin city provides the main access to hospitals, schools, major shopping, and employment, reachable in under an hour's drive via the Cox Peninsula Road and Stuart Highway. The area is particularly popular with those who value self-sufficient rural living combined with the outdoor recreational opportunities of the Top End coast.

Dundee Forest falls under postcode 840 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Daly electorate.

📍 Location

State
Northern Territory
Postcode
840
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lingiari
State Electorate
Daly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-12.71°, 130.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
178.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Darwin CBD

Distance
58 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport option; access via Cox Peninsula Road and Stuart Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A large rural locality with no local shops or services; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 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 Dundee Forest known for? +

Dundee Forest is known for its large rural lifestyle blocks set in tropical savanna woodland on Darwin's south-western outskirts. The area is adjacent to the Dundee Beach coastal precinct, which is renowned as one of the Northern Territory's best spots for barramundi and mud crab fishing.

How far is Dundee Forest from Darwin? +

Dundee Forest is approximately 58 kilometres south-west of Darwin, which is roughly a 50-70 minute drive via the Cox Peninsula Road and Stuart Highway depending on conditions.

Does Dundee Forest have public transport? +

There is no public transport service to Dundee Forest. There is no passenger rail in the Northern Territory, and no regular bus routes serve the locality; a private vehicle is the only practical option for residents.

What is the population of Dundee Forest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dundee Forest has a population of 85 residents spread across approximately 179 square kilometres of tropical rural land. The area has a male-skewed population typical of remote lifestyle and agricultural localities.

Is Dundee Forest a good place to live? +

Dundee Forest is well suited to those who value a self-sufficient rural lifestyle in the tropical Top End, with large land parcels, outstanding fishing opportunities, and stunning seasonal landscapes. However, it requires a full reliance on private vehicles and tolerance for the remoteness from Darwin's services.

What is the postcode for Dundee Forest? +

The postcode for Dundee Forest is 0840, which covers the Dundee Beach and Dundee Forest rural locality area south-west of Darwin in the Northern Territory.