Churches in Northern Territory

Northern Territory (NT) is home to 165 active Christian churches spread across 76 suburbs and 22 denominations. The largest groupings by parish count are 34 Catholic parishes, 25 independent and non-denominational churches, and 23 Baptist churches. Around 55 of these churches sit inside Greater Darwin, the state's main metropolitan area, with the balance spread through regional towns, coastal suburbs, and rural parishes. Every listing includes address, denomination, contact details, and service times where the parish has supplied them.

165 churches listed · 76 suburbs · 22 denominations

Most Northern Territory residents live in Greater Darwin. See 55 churches across the Darwin metropolitan area →

As of the Q3 2026 density report, the Northern Territory had 122 churches at 4.9 per 10,000 residents, close to the national average of 5.1. The directory has added 43 NT listings since then and now lists 165. Read the Q3 2026 church density report.

Frequently asked questions

How many churches are listed in Northern Territory?
165 active Christian churches across 76 suburbs are listed in Northern Territory (NT). The directory is updated as new parishes and congregations are confirmed against denominational sources.
What is the largest Christian denomination in Northern Territory?
Catholic is the largest denomination in Northern Territory by listed parishes, with 34 active churches. The top three denominations by parish count are Catholic (34), Independent (25), Baptist (23).
Where in Northern Territory are most churches concentrated?
55 of Northern Territory's 165 listed churches are in Greater Darwin, the state's main metropolitan area. Regional churches make up the balance.
How do I find a church near me in Northern Territory?
Browse the suburb list on this page, or filter by denomination via the cards above. Each church profile includes address, contact details, denomination, and service times where the parish has supplied them.
How many denominations are represented in Northern Territory?
22 Christian denominations have at least one parish or congregation listed in Northern Territory. The directory covers trinitarian Christian traditions only; non-trinitarian groups (Jehovah's Witnesses, LDS, Unitarian) are out of scope per the editorial sourcing policy.

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