Gunn
NT 832 • Greater Darwin
About Gunn
Gunn is a well-established residential suburb in the City of Palmerston, located approximately 21 kilometres southeast of Darwin CBD in the Northern Territory. With a population of around 2,500 residents, Gunn was developed in the mid-1990s as part of Palmerston's expansion. The suburb features a notably higher median income than the NT average, reflecting its appeal to defence personnel and government workers.
Life in Gunn offers a suburban family lifestyle in Australia's tropical north. The suburb benefits from Palmerston's excellent amenities including Gateway Shopping Centre, swimming pools, and sporting facilities. Residents experience the Territory's famous outdoor lifestyle with easy access to Litchfield National Park and Darwin's beaches. The area particularly attracts young families and defence personnel based at nearby Robertson Barracks.
Gunn falls under postcode 832 and is governed by Palmerston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drysdale electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Darwinbus routes — Palmerston Interchange 10-15 min
- Express services — Darwin CBD via Casuarina 35-45 min
Commute to Darwin
🛣️ Stuart Highway provides direct route to Darwin CBD
Suburban layout with local parks, car needed for most services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Philippines 93
- 2. England 79
- 3. New Zealand 60
- 4. India 36
- 5. Thailand 20
- 6. Vietnam 19
- 7. Papua New Guinea 17
- 8. South Africa 17
- 9. Indonesia 15
- 10. Ireland 14
- 11. United States 14
- 12. Zimbabwe 10
- 13. China 9
- 14. Germany 9
- 15. Nepal 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)