Average rent in Petermann - Simpson, NT2026

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

ABS 2021

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

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.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Petermann - Simpson?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Petermann - Simpson, NT was $123. 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 Petermann - Simpson rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Petermann - Simpson sat at $123 — 59% below the state average. The suburb is 1388km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (37% separate houses, 16% flats here).
Which suburbs near Petermann - Simpson have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Petermann - Simpson's $123/week (ABS 2021): Nhulunbuy, Alligator, East Arnhem. On the higher end, you've got Koolpinyah, Tennant Creek, Ludmilla - The Narrows. 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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