Millner
With 41.7% of residents born overseas, Millner sits 20.1 percentage points above the national average, making international background one of its most defining characteristics. The suburb packs 2,576 people into just 1.47 km2, a density of 1,755 per km2, yet the median house price of $391,000 is modest compared to most capital-city markets. Household income sits at the 65.5th percentile nationally, an above-average position for Darwin, and 42.9% of residents hold university qualifications, some 12.8 points higher than the national figure. The identity signals are affordability, an aging trajectory and slow but steady growth.
Population
2,576
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,817/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$391K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The median house price in Millner is $391,000, estimated from rental yields as of 2025, which places it well below the national median for capital city suburbs. Separate houses make up 52.5% of the dwelling stock, with apartments at 34.3% and semi-detached at 13.2%, giving buyers genuine choice across formats. Two-bedroom dwellings lead at 41.0%, followed closely by three-bedroom at 39.1%, so families and couples both find suitable stock. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 22.0%, below the 30% stress threshold. At 21.8% owned outright and 29.1% on a mortgage, the owner-occupier base is smaller than in many suburbs, with 49.0% renting, which is higher than the national average.
For Buyers
The median house price in Millner is $391,000, estimated from rental yields as of 2025, which places it well below the national median for capital city suburbs. Separate houses make up 52.5% of the dwelling stock, with apartments at 34.3% and semi-detached at 13.2%, giving buyers genuine choice across formats. Two-bedroom dwellings lead at 41.0%, followed closely by three-bedroom at 39.1%, so families and couples both find suitable stock. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 22.0%, below the 30% stress threshold. At 21.8% owned outright and 29.1% on a mortgage, the owner-occupier base is smaller than in many suburbs, with 49.0% renting, which is higher than the national average.
For Investors
Millner's 49.0% renter share, well above the national average, signals strong baseline tenant demand. Weekly rent sits at $340, and the mortgage-to-income ratio of 22.0% keeps purchase serviceability comfortable relative to income. The vacancy rate of 8.4% is elevated, however, meaning available stock takes longer to absorb and landlords may face competition in attracting tenants. Net overseas migration adds approximately 67 residents per year, partially offsetting net internal outflow of 86. Development activity over the past 12 months recorded zero applications, indicating no meaningful new supply is being added, which could support existing prices if demand stabilises. The gentrification score of 0 confirms no appreciating-pressure dynamic is underway.
Schools in Millner iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Millner Primary School
T-6 · 171 students
Demographics
Millner's median age of 36 is 4.0 years below the national figure, making it a relatively younger suburb. University qualifications reach 42.9%, which is 12.8 percentage points above the national average, reflecting a concentration of public-sector and healthcare workers. The overseas-born share of 41.7% is 20.1 points above national, with Filipino ancestry (169 residents) notable alongside English (562) and Irish (193). Non-English languages include Nepali (76 speakers), Greek (51) and Punjabi (30), while Hinduism (241 residents) and Islam (140) sit alongside Christianity (901) as substantial faith communities. Average household size is 2.4, marginally below the national figure, and couples with children (763 families) outnumber couples without children (444).
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
52.5%
Houses
13.2%
Townhouse
34.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure in Millner is dominated by renters at 49.0%, compared to the national owner-occupier majority, with 29.1% on a mortgage and 21.8% owning outright. The stock leans toward smaller dwellings: two-bedroom units make up 41.0% and three-bedroom 39.1%, with just 16.2% having four or more bedrooms. Separate houses account for 52.5% of dwellings, with apartments representing a substantial 34.3%. At a median house price of $391,000 and average monthly mortgage of $1,733, housing affordability is relatively accessible by Australian capital standards. The rent-to-income ratio of 18.7% is below the 30% stress threshold, indicating renters are not under significant financial pressure despite the high renter proportion.
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wk
$340
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$957
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.4%
Unoccupied
89
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.0%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
24.8%
Couples, no children
1,787
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the dominant industry, employing 24.0% of Millner's workforce (225 workers), well above its share in most suburban economies. Public administration follows at 15.2% (142 workers) and education at 11.6% (109 workers), creating a public-sector-heavy local economy consistent with Darwin's role as a government and services hub. By occupation, Professionals lead at 329 workers, followed by Community and Personal Service workers at 226 and Clerical and Admin at 168. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, above the national baseline, and the participation rate of 62.6% is moderate. On SEIFA, Millner's IRSAD decile of 5 places it at the national median for advantage and disadvantage combined, while the IEO decile of 6 for education and occupation sits slightly above the midpoint.
Unemployment
3.2%
Labour Force
1,617
Unemployed
51
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
70.4%
Part-time
24.4%
Participation
62.6%
Employed
1,263
Occupations
Top Industries
University
42.9%
Postgraduate
14.5%
Born Overseas
41.7%
Dwellings
970
Transport to Work
Transport in Millner is car-dependent, with 80.6% of residents driving and only 5.5% using public transport, consistent with Darwin's infrastructure pattern. Walking and cycling account for 4.6%, a modest active-transport share. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary, so families rely on nearby institutions. Rent-to-income at 18.7% and mortgage-to-income at 22.0% both sit below stress thresholds, meaning residents face lower housing cost pressure than the national average despite the high renter proportion. Only 4.7% of residents (110 people) require daily assistance, and the volunteering rate of 18.8% indicates solid community participation. The IRSAD decile of 5 places Millner at the national median, with the IER (economic resources) decile of 2 reflecting that renter-heavy tenure reduces aggregate wealth measures.
Drive
80.6%
Public Transport
5.5%
Walk / Cycle
4.6%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.11%/yr
(+3 people/yr)
EstablishedMillner's population has been essentially flat over recent years, tracking 2,711 in 2023, 2,710 in 2024 and 2,718 in 2025. Annual growth is 0.11%, or about 3 persons per year, which ranks as slow growth compared to broader Darwin and national averages. The 10-year population change of 4.6% confirms a stable but not expanding suburb. Overseas migration adds roughly 67 residents annually, but net internal outflow of 86 per year offsets this gain. The demographic trajectory is aging: the senior share rose 3.8 points while the young share fell 1.4 points over the decade. Medium-scenario forecasts put the population at approximately 2,744 by 2031, representing only marginal growth from today's 2,576 base.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+67
Net Internal / yr
-86
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Millner compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Millner a good suburb to live in?
Millner offers affordable housing relative to most Australian capitals, with a median house price of $391,000 and a rent-to-income ratio of 18.7%, below the stress threshold. University qualifications reach 42.9%, which is 12.8 points above national, and the suburb sits at the IRSAD national median (decile 5). The main trade-offs are an 8.4% vacancy rate and limited public transport (5.5% usage).
What is the median house price in Millner?
The median house price is estimated at $391,000 as of 2025, based on rental yield calculations. Weekly rent averages $340, and average monthly mortgage repayments are $1,733, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 22.0%, which is below the 30% financial stress benchmark.
What schools are in Millner?
No schools are recorded within Millner's 1.47 km2 boundary in this dataset. Families rely on nearby schools in adjacent Darwin suburbs. Despite the lack of local schools, 42.9% of Millner residents hold university qualifications, which is 12.8 percentage points above the national figure.
Is Millner safe?
Specific crime statistics for Millner are not available in this dataset. As a contextual indicator, the suburb's IRSAD decile of 5 places it at the national median for socioeconomic advantage, and only 4.7% of residents (110 people) require daily assistance. Darwin-wide crime data from NT Police would give a more precise picture.
Is Millner good for property investment?
The 49.0% renter share, which is well above the national average, indicates strong rental demand. Weekly rent of $340 against a $391,000 median implies a gross yield around 4.5%, more attractive than many capital-city suburbs. However, the 8.4% vacancy rate is elevated, and net internal outflow of 86 residents per year tempers long-term demand growth.
How is Millner's population changing?
Population growth is very slow at 0.11% annually, or about 3 persons per year. The 10-year change of 4.6% confirms gradual but steady expansion. Overseas migration adds roughly 67 residents per year, while net internal outflow of 86 residents partially offsets this. Medium forecasts project the population reaching approximately 2,744 by 2031.
What languages are spoken in Millner?
About 41.7% of residents were born overseas, which is 20.1 percentage points above the national average. Non-English languages include Nepali (76 speakers), Greek (51) and Punjabi (30). Filipino ancestry is present at 169 residents, and Hinduism (241) and Islam (140) are notable faith communities alongside Christianity (901).
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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