Average rent in Petermann - Simpson, NT — 2026
Petermann - Simpson is part of the MacDonnell council area and sits 1388km out from the Darwin CBD, with around 1,961 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $123/week, which is below the the Northern Territory median of $301/week. About 79% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.
$123/wk
ABS 2021 Census median
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Suburb at a glance
- Population
- 1,961
- Median age
- 31
- Distance to Darwin
- 1388 km
- Households renting
- 79%
- Separate houses
- 37%
- Flats / apartments
- 16%
- Born overseas
- 14%
- Top occupation
- Community and Personal Service Workers
- LGA
- MacDonnell
ABS 2021
Renting in Petermann - Simpson
Petermann - Simpson runs cheaper than the the Northern Territory median — renters typically pay $123/week, about 59% under the state baseline of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 79% of households rent, well above the state-wide norm. That combination — lower rent plus renter-heavy — usually signals a more active rental market with quicker turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point. Housing mix is 37% separate houses and 16% flats. Population is around 1,961, median age 31, and the most common occupation category is Community and Personal Service Workers. 14% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 1388km from Darwin. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.
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