FAQs

Northcrest is the name given to the 168-hectare landmark subdivision formally known as Berrimah Farm. The name Northcrest is symbolic of it’s elevated, northerly location in the heart of Greater Darwin, its vibrant lifestyle and close to the sea, city, airport, Port and other transport connections.

Northcrest is much more than a land sub-division, it will be a modern vibrant Village at the epi centre of greater Darwin. The new suburb will include the development of 1500 residential lots consisting of low and medium density developments as well as business, commercial and community activities.

This long term project will provide a major economic stimulus to Darwin and the Top End and create significant local employment opportunities.

Northcrest will become home to up to 6000 Territorians, in a vibrant community catering to a modern lifestyle, including a school, an exciting retail precinct, plenty of parklands and open space and places to work. When completed Northcrest will be valued well in excess of $1 billion.

View further information about the planning principles of the development.

Northcrest is centrally located in the suburb of Berrimah between Darwin, Palmerston and Casuarina on what has been historically known as the Berrimah line. Northcrest is within 13km of Darwin, Palmerston and Casuarina City Centres.

Northcrest is expected to be completed by the end of 2033.

The NT Government has retained 6.7 hectares for a multi-user research precinct. One of the development principals for this area is to preserve the large trees and established vegetation that currently creates well shaded areas. This will add to the unique character of this location and help demonstrate the rich history of this site which has been used by the Department of Primary Industry since the 1950s.

The development site includes land for a school, community, retail and businesses as well as open spaces, parklands and recreational activities.

Yes, Northcrest will be a hub for the bus network. All home sites being within walking distance to planned bus stops. Residents will be able to access all major bus routes from Northcrest.

Northcrest is currently in an unincorporated area and does not belong to any local council.
Halikos Group provides Municipal services such as park maintenance, waste collection and general maintenance to the property.