Area profile · Australian Capital Territory
Bruce has an estimated 8,121 residents, up 8.0% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Bruce.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Bruce Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 5.5 kilometres northwest of the Canberra CBD. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,121. Compared with the 7,520 people recorded at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 601 people (8.0%). The change is surmised from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 8,119 as of June 2025, together with 232 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area is characterised by strong educational qualifications, an above-average renting population, standout school performance levels, high levels of semi-detached housing, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24, and an elevated 25 to 34 demographic. Residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, many living in group households, and the area is exceptionally well educated with high levels of income.
Bruce, in the ACT, Australia, is known for its picturesque surroundings, blending tranquil residential streets with lively community spaces.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Bruce Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 5.5 kilometres northwest of the Canberra CBD. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,121. Compared with the 7,520 people recorded at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 601 people (8.0%). The change is surmised from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 8,119 as of June 2025, together with 232 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area is characterised by strong educational qualifications, an above-average renting population, standout school performance levels, high levels of semi-detached housing, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24, and an elevated 25 to 34 demographic. Residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, many living in group households, and the area is exceptionally well educated with high levels of income.
Bruce, in the ACT, Australia, is known for its picturesque surroundings, blending tranquil residential streets with lively community spaces.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,837 in 2001 and 8,119 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,121 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 28.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.7%.
Bruce ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for education and the 88th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
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Status of the 10 tracked applications: 6 approved, 0 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 15 projects in Bruce (5 under construction) and 43 more in the surrounding area.
The AIS Podium Project is a $249.7 million redevelopment of the Australian Institute of Sport campus in Bruce, Canberra, to modernise facilities for athletes preparing for the Brisbane 2032 Games.
The ACT Government is developing the New Northside Hospital on the existing North Canberra Hospital campus in Bruce to replace the ageing Calvary Public Hospital infrastructure.
Progressive upgrade of sporting facilities in Bruce including playing fields, lighting, pavilions, changerooms and supporting infrastructure. The works form part of the ACT Government's ongoing sportsground improvement program to improve community and competition sporting facilities.
The New Northside Hospital is a landmark $1+ billion health infrastructure project delivering a modern acute hospital campus to replace aging facilities at North Canberra Hospital in Bruce.
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce. Aligning with the Bruce Sports, Health and Education Precinct masterplan, it aims to deliver 250-500 new dwellings alongside commercial, hospitality, innovation hubs, and retail opportunities.
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce, adjacent to the AIS and Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve.
Long-term ACT Government planning for a future light rail connection between Belconnen Town Centre and the City via the Bruce precinct. Current work is centred on the Belconnen to City transitway and corridor planning, including bus priority and preservation of the corridor for a future light rail stage serving the University of Canberra, North Canberra…
The Bruce Sports, Health and Education Precinct is an urban renewal initiative backed by the ACT and Commonwealth Governments to integrate major institutions in Bruce.
The Thoroughbred Park Precinct Redevelopment is a major urban renewal and transit-oriented development governed by ACT Draft Major Plan Amendment 08 (DPA-08).
Onderra is a 15-hectare masterplanned community being developed by Peet Limited on former University of Canberra land in Bruce, adjacent to Lake Ginninderra's John Knight Memorial Park.
The project involves the final stage of a dedicated bus transitway between Belconnen and Canberra City. It focuses on the 'missing link' along Haydon Drive to provide bus priority lanes, traffic signal priority, and improved connectivity for one of Canberra's busiest bus corridors.
New state-of-the-art educational facility for Canberra Institute of Technology at Bruce campus. The building will house modern teaching spaces, laboratories, workshops, and student facilities to support vocational education and training programs.
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Estimated completion year of the 36 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 9, 2027 5, 2028 9, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 2, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 4. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 10 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bruce over the past 5 years, 4 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 1, 2023 1, 2024 2, 2025 0, 2026 (to Nov) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 40th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Bruce SA2 include: AIS Podium Project (Planning); Bruce Precinct (Planning); Bruce Sporting Complex Upgrade (Construction); Radford College Master Plan Implementation (Construction); and New Northside Hospital (North Canberra Hospital Redevelopment) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Bruce SA2 spans multiple sectors including Education & Training, Residential Development, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Bruce SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 21st percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Bruce compared with local real estate markets nationally.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Bruce SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 28, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Bruce SA2 has grown by approximately 416 people, while 139 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Bruce are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,121 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,401 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,520 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 601 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.80 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Bruce SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,121 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,119 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The bruce sa2 has added approximately 601 people and shown a 7.99% increase from the 7,520 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Bruce SA2 is estimated at 1,400 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Bruce SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Bruce SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (94.3%), Natural increase (5.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.3% of overall population gains.
Bruce hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 28 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 54.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 29 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 28.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 26.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Bruce SA2 at 28 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 29 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 28 years as at August 2026, Bruce is 7 years younger than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 10 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Bruce SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 28.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Bruce SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Bruce SA2 show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age groups are 15-24 year-olds (28.3% vs 14.4%) and 25-34 year-olds (26.3% vs 17.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 55-64 year-olds (4.7% vs 9.5%) and 5-14 year-olds (5.9% vs 11.7%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 9.4% of the population in the Bruce SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.8% of the population in the Bruce SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,240 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,473 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,266 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,027 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,693 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 8.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bruce SA2 is approximately $69,820. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,240.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bruce SA2 is approximately $80,771. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,473.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bruce SA2 is approximately $69,820 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,240 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bruce SA2 is approximately $80,771 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,473 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Bruce SA2's households (~38.7% / 1,037 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Bruce SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.7% of households. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 34.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Bruce SA2 is $2,266/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Bruce SA2 is $2,693/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Bruce SA2 is $1,027/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Bruce SA2's median income among taxpayers is $65,240, with an average of $75,473. This is above the national average, and compares to Australian Capital Territory's median of $76,315 and average of $90,024. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,820 (median) and $80,771 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Bruce SA2 is $8,366 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The bruce sa2's disposable income is $8,366 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Bruce demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 28% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,360 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,555 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,514 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Bruce SA2 has approximately 5,360 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Bruce SA2 stands at 2.8%, which is 1.4 percentage points below Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Bruce SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (24.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.1%), and professional & technical (12.0%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Bruce SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Australian Capital Territory saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Bruce SA2 is 75.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Australian Capital Territory average of 71.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Australian Capital Territory.
The bruce sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 10.4% of the local workforce compared to 6.5% across Australian Capital Territory. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The bruce sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Bruce places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 55.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 41.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
55.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Bruce SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
26.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Bruce SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The bruce sa2 ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Bruce SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.7%), Postgraduate (20.1%), Certificate (9.6%).
41.1% of the population in the Bruce SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.9% in primary school, 3.5% in secondary school, 26.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Bruce SA2 is 1203, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the Bruce SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,085 students.
The bruce sa2 includes 1 combined school.
Bruce features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,679 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,893 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 59.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.8 per family | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Bruce SA2 had 2,679 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.0% to an estimated 2,893 households today.
The average household size in the Bruce SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.2%), group households (10.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,591 family households, couples with children account for 19.3% of all households, couples without children at home 31.8%, and single parent families 6.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the Bruce SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 10.4% (versus 4.7% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 59.4% compared to 69.6% in Australian Capital Territory. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 35.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 55.1% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 30.2% of all households in the Bruce SA2, similar to the average for Australian Capital Territory of 25.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 10.4% of households, above the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Bruce is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 40.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Bruce scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 34.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 40.0% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Bruce, at 34.8% of people, although more residents (47.2%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 7.9% of the population, compared to 4.8% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bruce are English, comprising 21.2% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Bruce (vs 0.4% across Australian Capital Territory), Chinese at 8.2% (vs 4.2%) and Vietnamese at 1.5% (vs 1.0%).
40.0% of the Bruce SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
34.9% of the population in the Bruce SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
0.9% of the Bruce SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
75.4% of the Bruce SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bruce displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 51.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 45.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Bruce SA2, 20.0% of homes are owned outright, 28.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 51.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 20.7% of dwellings in the Bruce SA2 are houses.
In the Bruce SA2, 33.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 45.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Bruce SA2 stands at 20.0%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Bruce SA2 is $1,733, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Bruce SA2 is $1,453, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Bruce SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 17.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Bruce SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Bruce SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 17.6% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 19.0% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the Bruce SA2 consists of 20.7% detached houses, 45.8% semi-detached dwellings, 33.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bruce consumes approximately 14.8% of median household income ($9,812 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
Health performance in Bruce is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Bruce SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the Bruce SA2, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
7.7% of people in the Bruce SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.1% of the Bruce SA2 population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the Bruce SA2 have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Bruce SA2, 54.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Australian Capital Territory sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 62.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 88 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 88th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 47 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 9,108 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 173 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 187 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 47 public transport stops within the Bruce SA2.
The Bruce SA2 has 9,108 weekly trips across 187 routes, averaging 1,301 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 251 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 360 m away and the nearest GP 434 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 47 stops nearby, 9,108 weekly trips, access rating 88 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 72 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 360 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 434 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 496 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 631 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 724 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 771 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 6 long day care centres with 404 places in Bruce, about 0.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Bruce compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Bruce has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Population growth drivers in Bruce are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bruce hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Bruce demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 28% of areas assessed nationally.
Educational achievement in Bruce places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Bruce features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
Bruce is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bruce displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Australian Capital Territory.
Health performance in Bruce is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bruce has an estimated 8,121 residents, up 8.0% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Bruce.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Bruce.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (801011003). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Bruce from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Bruce with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
