Average rent in Humpty Doo, NT2026

Humpty Doo is part of the Litchfield council area and sits 34km out from the Darwin CBD, with around 8,387 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $400/week, which is above the the Northern Territory median of $301/week. About 14% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,387

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Darwin
34 km
Households renting
14%
Separate houses
97%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Litchfield

Renting in Humpty Doo

Humpty Doo is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 33% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 82% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (97%) 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 34km from Darwin, with a population of around 8,387 and a median age of 39. The biggest occupation category is Technicians and Trades Workers. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Humpty Doo?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Humpty Doo, NT was $400. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Humpty Doo rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
The the Northern Territory state median weekly rent was $301 at the 2021 Census, while Humpty Doo came in at $400 — 33% above. Humpty Doo sits 34km from Darwin, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 97% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Humpty Doo have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Humpty Doo's $400/week (ABS 2021): Larrakeyah, Brinkin - Nakara, Fannie Bay - The Gardens. On the higher end, you've got Wanguri, Parap, Wulagi. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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