Average rent in Moulden, NT2026

Moulden sits in the Palmerston local government area, 15km from the Darwin CBD, with a population of around 3,053 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $295/week — below the the Northern Territory state median of $301/week. 44% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
3,053

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Darwin
15 km
Households renting
44%
Separate houses
80%
Flats / apartments
14%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Palmerston

Renting in Moulden

Moulden sits close to the the Northern Territory median, with renters typically paying $295/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $301/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 53% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 44% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (80%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 33 and a population of around 3,053. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 13% of residents were born overseas. 15km from Darwin, Moulden is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Moulden?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Moulden, NT was $295. 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 Moulden rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Moulden sat at $295 — 2% below the state average. The suburb is 15km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (80% separate houses, 14% flats here).
Which suburbs near Moulden have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Moulden's $295/week (ABS 2021): Karama, Ross, Lyons (NT). On the higher end, you've got Coconut Grove, Gray, Moil. 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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