Southport
NT 822 • Northern Territory
About Southport
Southport is an outer rural locality situated within the Litchfield Council area of the Northern Territory, positioned at the junction of the Blackmore and Darwin Rivers approximately 85 kilometres south of Darwin CBD. The locality has a population of approximately 215 and covers around 4.9 square kilometres, with a median household income of $37,359. Southport occupies a place of significant historical importance — it is built on the site of the abandoned Town of Southport, which flourished as a river port during the Pine Creek gold rush of the 1870s.
Today, Southport is a quiet, sparsely populated bushland locality surrounded by the Northern Territory's tropical wetlands, monsoon woodlands, and the braided channels of the Darwin and Blackmore Rivers. The area falls within the broader Litchfield region, known for its stunning natural landscapes including Litchfield National Park, termite mounds, and seasonal waterfalls. Day-to-day services require a trip to Darwin or the Litchfield township, and access is primarily by sealed and unseated rural roads — a private vehicle is essential. The locality holds appeal for those interested in its gold rush history and for nature lovers seeking a remote, off-grid lifestyle close to Darwin's tropical wilderness.
Southport falls under postcode 822 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Spillett electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — Darwin CBD N/A — car only
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Accessible via the Stuart Highway south of Darwin; 4WD recommended for some access tracks in the wet season
An isolated rural locality with no local services; a car is essential and 4WD advisable during the wet season
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Nauiyu (Daly River)