NT · 0810

Alawa

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Alawa, NT 0810.

Alawa, NT 0810

About Alawa

Welcome to Alawa

Alawa is a northern suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It is bounded by Trower and Dripstone Roads, Lakeside Drive and the Rapid Creek in the local government area of City of Darwin. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people.

Market snapshot

Alawa property market

Median price ranks #2,994 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 21%
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$635k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$650

per week

Gross rental yield

5.3%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$525k

Median

$635k

Premium

$754k

Days on market

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

21

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +3.9% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Alawa by dwelling type.

House88%
Apartment / Unit13%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Alawa, NT 0810.

Population

2,078

residents (2021)

Median age

35

years

Household income

$2,083

median, per week

Median rent

$340

per week

Median mortgage

$1,777

per month

Mortgage / income

20%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Alawa

Government school catchment

Alawa Primary School

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Nemarluk School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Alawa

$1.05m

3 Alawa Crescent

house4 bd · 3 ba · 4 car

Sold ~July 2026

$665k

10 Stasinowsky Street

house6 bd · 3 ba · 3 car

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

Explore the area

Properties & amenities in Alawa

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Compare the area

Price map around Alawa

Every listing for sale near Alawa, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.

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Common questions

Alawa suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Alawa?

The median house price in Alawa, NT is $635k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 27.0%.

How much is rent in Alawa?

The median weekly rent in Alawa is around $650 per week.

Is Alawa a good place to live?

Alawa is a northern suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Alawa is an established residential suburb in NT, with a population of around 2,078 and 2 schools in the area.

What is the population of Alawa?

Alawa has a population of 2,078 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.

What schools are in Alawa?

There are 2 schools in or near Alawa, including Alawa Primary School and Nemarluk School.

How much do you need to buy in Alawa?

Entry-level properties in Alawa start around $525k, while premium homes reach $754k.

What suburbs are near Alawa?

Suburbs near Alawa include Jingili, Wagaman, Brinkin, Nakara and Moil.