SDA Demand and Supply: Northern Territory
The Northern Territory has a small but growing SDA market. Remote and very remote communities present unique challenges for SDA delivery, but Darwin and Alice Springs offer concentrated pockets of demand.
Data: Q2 2026 (released 2026-06-30)
Northern Territory SDA Market Overview
As of Q2 2026, Northern Territory has 10 SA3 regions with SDA data. The state has more SDA places than current demand in aggregate, though individual regions vary. Individual region dynamics vary. See the table below for each region's market assessment and market signal.
10
SA3 Regions
8,888
Total Demand
8,888
Total Places
88
Undersupplied
88
Oversupplied
All Regions in Northern Territory
| Region | Confidence | Assessment | Demand | Places | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs | Low | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Barkly | Medium | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Daly - Tiwi - West Arnhem | Medium | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Darwin City | Low | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Darwin Suburbs | Low | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| East Arnhem | Medium | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Katherine | Low | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Litchfield | High | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Other | Medium | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
| Palmerston | Low | Undersupplied | 888 | 888 | -88 |
About This Data
SDA Signals analyses demand and supply data across Northern Territory's SA3 statistical regions using official NDIS quarterly data releases published by the National Disability Insurance Agency. Demand is calculated from SDA-eligible participants currently using and not yet using SDA. Supply is measured in registered SDA places and dwellings. Market assessments and confidence scores are derived using a conservative methodology. This data is updated quarterly. SDA Signals is market data, not investment advice.