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Areas in Darwin
Electricians based across the areas of Darwin.
Where the electricians are
119electricians
Electricians in Darwin City
42 based here · Area
Electricians in Darwin Suburbs
41 based here · Area
Electricians in Litchfield
19 based here · Area
Electricians in Palmerston
17 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring electricians in Darwin
Where electricians in Darwin are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where electricians are based in Darwin
Winnellie has the most electricians in Darwin, while jobs in 64 suburbs (including Acacia Hills and Anula) will need tradies to travel in.
Electricians based in each suburb
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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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- Acacia Hills
- Anula
- Bakewell
- Bayview
- Bees Creek
- Bellamack
- Berry Springs
- Black Jungle
- Blackmore
- Buffalo Creek
- Casuarina
- Channel Island
- Charles Darwin
- Coonawarra
- Daly
- Driver
- East Point
- Eaton
- Elrundie
- Fannie Bay
- Freds Pass
- Girraween
- Glyde Point
- Gray
- Gunn
- Gunn Point
- Hidden Valley
- Holmes
- Howard Springs
- Hughes
- Jingili
- Johnston
- Karama
- Koolpinyah
- Lambells Lagoon
- Lee Point
- Lloyd Creek
- Lyons
- Malak
- Manton
- McMinns Lagoon
- Micket Creek
- Middle Point
- Mitchell
- Moil
- Muirhead
- Murrumujuk
- Palmerston City
- Parap
- Rapid Creek
- Rosebery
- Shoal Bay
- Southport
- The Narrows
- Tumbling Waters
- Vernon Islands
- Virginia
- Wagaman
- Wak Wak
- Wanguri
- Weddell
- Wickham
- Wishart
- Zuccoli
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How to choose a good electrician in Darwin
Darwin has plenty of well-reviewed electricians to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most electricians here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical electrician has 7 reviews. Of the 81 rated electricians based in Darwin, 19 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.75
- typical reviews
- 7
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
63% of electricians here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 7 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Darwin compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmerston13 rated electricians6 typical reviews | 4.88 | 13 | 6 |
| Litchfield12 rated electricians2 typical reviews | 4.88 | 12 | 2 |
| All Darwin81 rated electricians7 typical reviews | 4.75 | 81 | 7 |
| Darwin City30 rated electricians11 typical reviews | 4.71 | 30 | 11 |
| Darwin Suburbs26 rated electricians8 typical reviews | 4.67 | 26 | 8 |
What electrical costs
Across Australia, electrical typically runs $212 – $600 for powerpoints & switches, and $206 – $798 for lighting installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Darwin. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
What's in a good Electrical quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each electrician's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Compliance certificate
A Certificate of Electrical Safety, listed at no extra cost.
- 02Licence number
State licence and ABN on the quote, so you can verify them.
- 03Itemised materials
Brand names with model numbers, not just generic labels.
- 04RCD safety switches
Every circuit RCD-protected, as AS/NZS 3000 requires.
- 05Exclusions
Wall patching, asbestos or disposal, before you compare prices.
- 06Warranty
The workmanship period in writing, usually 12 months.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Experience near you
Jobs like yours, done locally
Credentials for the job
Licence, insurance and business details
A clear written quote
Itemised, so you can compare like-for-like
Do electricians need a licence in NT?
Electricians need a licence in NT for any job.
Wiring, switchboards, power points and fixed appliances need a licensed electrician working for a licensed electrical contractor.
- Licence
- Electrical contractor licence
- Categories
- Unrestricted electrical work licence, Restricted electrical work licence
- Regulator
- NT WorkSafe
Sources: worksafe.nt.gov.au, Electrical Safety Regulations 2024. Checked 17 Oct 2026.
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