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Woodroffe

NT 830 • Greater Darwin

3,175
Population (2021)
$52,624
Median Income
1.60 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalSuburbanAffordableTropical

About Woodroffe

Woodroffe is a residential suburb of Palmerston, located approximately 2 kilometres from Palmerston City and 25 kilometres south-east of Darwin CBD, within the City of Palmerston local government area. With a population of 3,175 and a median age of 33 years, the suburb has a young, active demographic reflective of Palmerston's planned growth in the 1980s. The suburb covers 1.6 square kilometres on the flat tropical landscape of the Top End, with a median household income of around $1,891 per week. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents make up approximately 18.5% of the population, alongside a notably diverse multicultural community.

Woodroffe residents benefit from proximity to Palmerston City Shopping Centre and the range of services, schools, and recreational facilities available across the greater Palmerston area. The suburb's community is highly diverse, with a significant Filipino community and residents with backgrounds across Asia and the Pacific. Bus services on the Darwin Bus Network connect the suburb to Darwin CBD, while the well-maintained road network provides easy access to major employment hubs, hospitals, and Darwin Airport. Affordable housing, tropical outdoor living, and a family-oriented neighbourhood atmosphere make Woodroffe popular with defence personnel, young families, and long-term Territory residents.

Woodroffe falls under postcode 830 and is governed by Palmerston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blain electorate.

📍 Location

State
Northern Territory
Postcode
830
Urban Area
Woodroffe
LGA / Council
Palmerston
Federal Electorate
Solomon
State Electorate
Blain
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-12.50°, 130.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Darwin
Area
1.60 km²
Elevation
27m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Darwin Bus Network (various routes) — Darwin CBD (Casuarina Square / Darwin Interchange) 30-45 min

Commute to Darwin CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
No urban rail service
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Most residents drive. Bus services available but infrequent. Palmerston Highway and Tiger Brennan Drive are main arterials

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though local parks and some amenities are accessible on foot within the suburb

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
13.7%

151 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,233
Census 2021
3,175
▼ 1.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,308
Income 2021
$52,624
▲ 8.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,367
Born Overseas 517

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 130
  • 2. England 61
  • 3. New Zealand 54
  • 4. Thailand 29
  • 5. Vietnam 22
  • 6. Indonesia 20
  • 7. Germany 16
  • 8. India 14
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 12
  • 10. Ireland 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,182
English 942
Australian Aboriginal 544
Irish 282
Scottish 233
Filipino 183
German 146
Chinese 74
Italian 59
Dutch 54

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,791
Both parents born in Australia
647
Both parents born overseas
421
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.4%
Christianity
34.6%
Buddhism
2.0%
Islam
1.0%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
255 (8.0%)
5-14 years
494 (15.6%)
15-19 years
198 (6.2%)
20-24 years
196 (6.2%)
25-34 years
519 (16.3%)
35-44 years
464 (14.6%)
45-54 years
467 (14.7%)
55-64 years
332 (10.5%)
65-74 years
189 (6.0%)
75-84 years
62 (2.0%)
85+ years
15 (0.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodroffe known for? +

Woodroffe is known as a family-oriented residential suburb within the planned city of Palmerston, offering affordable housing close to Darwin. The suburb has a notably diverse community, including a significant Indigenous population and one of the Territory's larger Filipino communities.

How far is Woodroffe from Darwin CBD? +

Woodroffe is approximately 25 kilometres south-east of Darwin CBD, with a typical drive time of 20-35 minutes depending on traffic via Tiger Brennan Drive or the Stuart Highway.

Does Woodroffe have public transport? +

Woodroffe is served by the Darwin Bus Network, with routes connecting to Darwin CBD and other Palmerston suburbs. There is no urban rail in Darwin or Palmerston; buses are the primary public transport option, though most residents rely on cars.

What is the population of Woodroffe? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodroffe has a population of 3,175 residents. The suburb has a young median age of 33 and a notably diverse community, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents making up around 18.5% of the population.

Is Woodroffe a good place to live? +

Woodroffe offers affordable family living in Palmerston with good access to schools, local shops, and the wider Darwin region. The tropical lifestyle, community diversity, and proximity to employment hubs make it a practical choice, particularly for families and defence personnel stationed at nearby RAAF Base Darwin.

What is the postcode for Woodroffe? +

The postcode for Woodroffe is 0830, as part of the Northern Territory's postcode system where Darwin-area suburbs use the 08xx range.