Campbell

Campbell lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Campbell's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, was approximately 5,365 by May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 777 individuals, a rise of 16.9%, since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 4,588. The growth is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 5,365 in June 2025 and an additional 101 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,697 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Campbell's growth rate surpassed both the state's (8.3%) and SA4 region's figures, positioning it as a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 49.5% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, using 2022 as the base year. Future population trends indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of statistical areas nationally, with Campbell expected to grow by 1,311 persons by 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 24.4% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Campbell among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Campbell has received around 90 dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 450 homes were approved, with an additional 10 approved so far in FY26. On average, 2.7 people moved to the area per new home constructed over these years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost of new homes is $338,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This year has seen $6.6 million in commercial approvals, reflecting limited commercial development focus. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Campbell's construction activity is 44.0% higher per person over the past five years, balancing buyer choice with support for current property values. However, construction activity has recently eased. Nationally, developer confidence in Campbell is strong, as reflected by its above-average construction activity. New development consists of 20.0% detached houses and 80.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards denser development to provide accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

This represents a notable change from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 47.0% houses. The location has approximately 229 people per dwelling approval, suggesting room for growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Campbell is expected to grow by 1,311 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Campbell has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects that may affect this region. Notable ones include Australian War Memorial Redevelopment, Campbell Neighbourhood Oval Upgrade, UNSW Canberra City Campus - Stage 1, and Light Rail Stage 2A: City to Commonwealth Park. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Campbell performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Campbell has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 1.7%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.4% over the past year. As of December 2025, 3,355 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 2.1%, lower than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is similar to ACT's 70.5%. According to Census responses, 14.0% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and education & training. Campbell shows strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance employs just 6.5% of local workers, below ACT's 11.7%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the working population vs resident population count. Between December 2024 and 2025, employment levels increased by 1.4%, labour force grew by 1.2%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, ACT saw employment growth of 0.9% with a rise in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Campbell's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

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

The median taxpayer income in Campbell SA2 was $85,834 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The average income was $104,122 during this period. These figures are notably high compared to national averages such as the Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981 in the same year. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $94,795 and an average income of around $114,992 as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 shows that incomes in Campbell rank highly nationally, with household, family, and personal incomes all falling between the 97th and 98th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 36.5% of locals (1,958 people) earn more than $4,000 weekly, which is different from the metropolitan region where the predominant earning category is $1,500 - $2,999 at 34.3%. A significant portion, 50.7%, earns above $3,000 weekly in Campbell. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain 87.9% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it within the 10th decile.

Campbell features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Campbell's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 47.4% houses and 52.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Australian Capital Territory's figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Campbell stood at 33.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.7% and rented ones at 34.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, exceeding the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent in Campbell was $550, compared to the Australian Capital Territory figure of $450. Nationally, Campbell's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Campbell features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 61.8% of all households, including 25.0% couples with children, 31.2% couples without children, and 4.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 38.2%, with lone person households at 30.9% and group households making up 7.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Campbell shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Campbell's educational attainment exceeds national and regional averages significantly. Among residents aged 15 years and older, 65.6% have university qualifications compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. This high level of educational achievement positions Campbell favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 33.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (25.1%) and graduate diplomas (7.4%).

Technical qualifications make up 14.4% of educational achievements, with advanced diplomas accounting for 7.0% and certificates for 7.4%. Educational participation is notably high in Campbell, with 33.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.3% pursuing tertiary education, 7.2% primary education, and 7.0% secondary education.

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

Campbell has 37 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 165 different routes, offering a total of 9,882 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop for residents is 160 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility. Most residents commute outwards due to its residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 65%, with walking and cycling accounting for 16% and 9% respectively. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 14.0% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 1,411 trips per day, translating to approximately 267 weekly trips per individual stop.

Campbell's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data for Campbell shows excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, indicating very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 73% of the total population (3,921 people), compared to 62.4% in the Australian Capital Territory and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 8.3% of residents and asthma impacting 7.2%, while 72.6% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% in the Australian Capital Territory.

The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 17.2% of residents aged 65 and over (922 people), higher than the 14.3% in the Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Campbell's population shows cultural diversity, with 23.5% born overseas and 15.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 40.3%. Judaism, though small at 0.7%, is overrepresented compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 0.2%.

The top three ancestral groups are English (26.8%), Australian (22.5%), and Irish (11.1%). Other ethnicities with notable divergences include Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.6%), French (0.8% vs 0.5%), and Russian (0.5% vs 0.3%).

Campbell's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Campbell's median age is 38, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 but equivalent to Australia's median age of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Campbell has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (11.9%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (7.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the population aged 25-34 has grown from 17.2% to 19.1%, while the 45-54 age group has declined from 13.7% to 12.5% and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 8.8% to 7.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Campbell's age profile will significantly change, with the 45-54 cohort projected to grow by 34%, adding 227 residents to reach a total of 897 in this age group.