Bonython

Bonython is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Bonython's population is 3,703 as of November 2025, a decrease of 136 people since the 2021 Census which reported 3,839 people. This change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population data and address validation since the Census date in June 2024. The population density is 1,276 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 62.9% of recent population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered and years post-2032, ACT Government's SA2 area projections with a base year of 2022 are adopted. By 2041, the population is projected to grow by 55 persons based on latest annual ERP numbers, reflecting an increase of 1.5% over 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Bonython is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Bonython has seen minimal dwelling approvals in recent years. Specifically, three homes were approved between fiscal year 2021 (FY-21) and fiscal year 2025 (FY-25). No dwelling approvals have been recorded so far in FY-26.

The population decline over recent years has led to adequate development activity relative to demand, benefiting buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $473,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $63,000, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Bonython's building activity is significantly lower, 93.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new properties typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties in the area. Nationally, this activity is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Bonython has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified three projects influencing this region: Canberra Light Rail Stage 4 from Woden to Tuggeranong, Banks Gateway Estate, and Tuggeranong Public Housing Development. Notably, Southquay Greenway Stage 2 - Block 1 Section 80 Public Housing is also relevant.

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The employment landscape in Bonython shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Bonython has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.9% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% over the past year.

As of this date, 2,056 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 1.3% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.6%. Workforce participation in Bonython was broadly similar to ACT's 69.6%. The dominant employment sectors among residents included public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services.

However, professional & technical services were under-represented in Bonython, with only 9.3% of the workforce compared to ACT's 11.1%. Limited local employment opportunities were indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, while labour force increased by 0.6%, leading to a 1.1 percentage point decrease in unemployment rate. In comparison, ACT experienced employment growth of 1.4%, labour force expansion of 1.2%, and a 0.2 percentage point reduction in unemployment rate during the same period. As of 25-November, ACT's employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bonython's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Bonython SA2 had a median income of $67,013 and an average income of $74,270. Nationally, these figures are high compared to the Australian Capital Territory's median of $68,678 and average of $83,634. By September 2025, current estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $76,127 and the average $84,371, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 13.6% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Bonython rank highly nationally, between the 79th and 87th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The largest income segment comprises 36.5% of residents earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly, with a total of 1,351 individuals in this bracket. This pattern is similar to the surrounding region where 34.3% of residents fall within this range. Higher earners are also prominent, with 33.4% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power in the community. Housing accounts for 13.8% of income, and residents rank highly for disposable income at the 81st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Bonython displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Bonython, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 59.2% houses and 40.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 79.6% houses and 20.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bonython was at 31.3%, aligning with the Australian Capital Territory average. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (40.5%) or rented (28.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bonython was $1,950, lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure for Bonython was $445, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $425. Nationally, Bonython's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375 at $445.

Bonython has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 71.7% of all households, consisting of 32.9% couples with children, 22.4% couples without children, and 14.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 28.3%, with lone person households at 25.6% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns with the Australian Capital Territory average.

The educational profile of Bonython exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 32.0%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 46.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 32.0% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 19.8%. Educational participation is high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.3% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

The transport analysis indicates that there are 18 active transport stops currently operating within Bonython. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with three individual routes in total providing 355 weekly passenger trips combined. The accessibility of public transport is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 210 meters from the nearest transport stop.

On average, service frequency across all routes amounts to around 50 trips per day, which equates to roughly 19 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Bonython are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Bonython's health indicators show below-average results, with common health conditions prevalent at levels somewhat typical of the general population but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Approximately 56% (~2,092 people) have private health cover, a rate found to be very high. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.1 and 8.5% of residents respectively. A total of 67.3% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 66.1% across Australian Capital Territory. Bonython has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 15.4% (571 people), compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 17.6%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Bonython was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bonython's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 25.3% born overseas and 22.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 46.5%. Islam's representation stood out at 4.4%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.4%.

For ancestry, the top groups were Australian (25.4%), English (23.3%), and Other (10.4%). Notably, Polish (1.1% vs regional 0.8%), Serbian (0.5% vs 0.4%), and Vietnamese (1.5% vs 0.7%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Bonython.

Bonython's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Bonython's median age is 38 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 but equivalent to the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Bonython has a higher concentration of residents aged 55-64 (13.3%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 has grown from 8.7% to 9.6%, while the proportion of residents aged 45 to 54 has declined from 14.2% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Bonython's age profile will significantly evolve. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to grow by 11%, adding 50 residents to reach a total of 534. Conversely, both the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.