Lyons (NT), NT 0885
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $280/wk Median
- 50.2% Renters
Lyons (NT) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $280
- To the CBD
- 13.8km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Lyons (NT) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Renters drawn to Lyons (NT) usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 6,006 people, 50.2% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $280 that reflects its position in the Darwin market.
Around Lyons (NT)
Lyons (NT) Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Lyons (NT) Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Lyons (NT)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Lyons (NT)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Lyons (NT).
Is Lyons (NT) walkable?
Lyons (NT) carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Lyons (NT)?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Lyons (NT) is $280. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $280 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Lyons (NT)?
Locals describe Lyons (NT) as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 6,006, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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