Jingili, NT 0886
A coastal pocket of Darwin where the weekend starts with a swim.
- Waterfront
- $400/wk Median
- 25.3% Renters
Jingili Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 1.8k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 8.8km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Jingili Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Jingili sits among Darwin's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 1,841 residents and a solid minority renter share (25.3%), it's a well-established part of the Darwin rental market.
Around Jingili
Jingili Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Jingili Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Jingili
Real questions renters ask before moving to Jingili.
Is Jingili family-friendly for renters?
Jingili has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $400/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Darwin.
How far is Jingili from the Darwin CBD?
Jingili is approximately 9km from the Darwin CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Jingili?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Jingili is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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