Cancer in Northern Territory
Cancer statistics for Northern Territory (NT), including trends, comparisons, and detailed data tables.
12.9
Northern Territory Average
268.9
National Average
-256.0
vs National
Summary
Northern Territory health indicators are compared against national averages where data is available.
Data shows a strong upward trend, increasing by approximately 27.5 per year (R²=0.99).
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 599 | — |
| 2010 | 631 | +32 |
| 2011 | 659 | +28 |
| 2012 | 693 | +34 |
| 2013 | 724 | +31 |
| 2014 | 748 | +24 |
| 2015 | 777 | +29 |
| 2016 | 819 | +42 |
| 2017 | 838 | +19 |
| 2018 | 861 | +23 |
| 2019 | 898 | +37 |
| 2020 | 909 | +11 |
| 2021 | 907 | -2 |
Top Cancer Types in Northern Territory
| Cancer Type | Cases |
|---|---|
| Breast cancer | 110 |
| Prostate cancer | 105 |
| Lung cancer | 98 |
| Melanoma of the skin | 96 |
| Colorectal cancer | 95 |
| Colon cancer | 62 |
| Head and neck cancer (including lip) | 54 |
| Head and neck cancer (excluding lip) | 50 |
| Gynaecological cancers | 45 |
| Oral cancer | 36 |
Cancer in Other States
Other Health Data for Northern Territory
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