Average rent in Bakewell, NT — 2026

Bakewell sits in the Palmerston local government area, 16km from the Darwin CBD, with a population of around 3,091 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $380/week — above the the Northern Territory state median of $301/week. 46% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$380/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
3,091

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Darwin
16 km
Households renting
46%
Separate houses
54%
Flats / apartments
32%
Born overseas
23%
Top occupation
Clerical and Administrative Workers
LGA
Palmerston

Renting in Bakewell

Bakewell is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $380/week, around 26% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 52% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (54%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 16km from Darwin, with a population of around 3,091 and a median age of 32. The biggest occupation category is Clerical and Administrative Workers. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Bakewell?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Bakewell, NT was $380. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Bakewell rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Bakewell sat at $380 — 26% above the state average. The suburb is 16km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (54% separate houses, 32% flats here).
Which suburbs near Bakewell have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Bakewell's $380/week (ABS 2021) include Tiwi, Virginia, Berrimah. Fannie Bay - The Gardens, Brinkin - Nakara, Larrakeyah sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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