Civic

Civic lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Civic's population, as of Feb 2026, is approximately 5,280 people. This represents a rise of 445 individuals (9.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,835 people. The increase is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 5,269 as of June 2024 and an additional 298 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,692 persons per square kilometer, placing Civic in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. Civic's 9.2% growth since the 2021 census surpassed the state average (6.7%) and the SA4 region, positioning it as a growth leader. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 94.0% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections, using 2022 as a base, are adopted. Future population projections indicate exceptional growth, placing Civic in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. By 2041, the area is expected to expand by 8,118 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 153.5% over the 17-year period.

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

Civic has approved approximately 66 dwellings annually on average over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25. This totals 332 homes approved during this period, with no approvals recorded so far in FY-26. On average, one person per year has moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years.

New construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more housing options and facilitating population growth that may exceed current projections. The average expected construction cost of new homes is $319,000, which is slightly higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In FY-26 alone, $411.8 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating strong local business investment. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Civic exhibits similar building activity per capita, contributing to market stability and reflecting robust developer confidence in the area.

Recent development has consisted entirely of attached dwellings, promoting accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. By 2041, Civic is projected to grow by 8,107 residents, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current construction levels continue, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Civic has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 28 projects that could affect the region. Notable initiatives include ACT Light Rail Stage 2A (City to Commonwealth Park), Lonsdale & Girrahween - Braddon (Section 34), The Grande, and City Hill Mixed-Use Precinct. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Civic demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Civic has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.4%, lower than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) 3.6%. Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 1.8%.

As of September 2025, 3,718 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% below ACT's rate and workforce participation at 76.0%, compared to ACT's 72.5%. According to Census responses, 13.6% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and accommodation & food. Civic has a particularly strong specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share twice the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance has limited presence at 6.5%, compared to the regional average of 11.7%. The area hosts more jobs than residents, with 8.3 workers per resident, functioning as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.8% while labour force grew by 1.2%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, ACT experienced employment growth of 1.4% with a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project that employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.1% over ten years in Civic, based on industry-specific projections applied to its current employment mix.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Civic SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $72,588 and an average income of $102,122. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the ACT's median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.26%, estimated incomes would be approximately $79,310 (median) and $111,578 (average). Census 2021 data ranks Civic's household, family, and personal incomes between the 80th and 84th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 39.8% of residents earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly. This aligns with broader regional trends at 34.3%. High earnings for 34.3% of households support elevated consumer spending. Despite high housing costs consuming 19.8% of income, disposable income ranks at the 74th percentile, and Civic's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Civic features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Civic, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of non-household dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's mix of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Civic stood at 15.8%, lower than the ACT average, with mortgaged properties at 21.4% and rented dwellings at 62.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below the ACT's $2,080 but higher than the national average of $1,863. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Civic was $550, higher than both the ACT's $450 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 45.0% of all households, including 5.9% couples with children, 35.5% couples without children, and 2.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 55.0%, with lone person households at 44.5% and group households comprising 10.3%. The median household size is 1.7 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Civic aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Civic's educational attainment exceeds broader standards significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 61.5% possess university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. This notable advantage positions Civic favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees dominate at 33.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (24.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%).

Technical qualifications account for 11.7% of educational achievements among residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 5.6% and certificates at 6.1%. Educational participation is notably high, with 50.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 44.3% in tertiary education, 1.2% in primary education, and 1.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Civic has 40 active public transport stops offering a mix of train, lightrail, and bus services. These stops are served by 143 routes, facilitating 10,375 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 180 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Car remains the primary mode at 39%, followed by walking at 37% and bus at 15%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.4 per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 13.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,482 trips daily, equating to approximately 259 weekly trips per stop.

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

AreaSearch's assessment shows Civic has exceptional health outcomes. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 72% of Civic's total population (3,817 people) have private health cover, compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 10.8% and 7.5% of residents respectively. 77.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 70.2% in Australian Capital Territory. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Civic has 6.6% of residents aged 65 and over (350 people), lower than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, with national rankings higher than the general population.

Civic is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Civic has a high level of cultural diversity, with 42.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 49.9% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Civic, making up 23.4%. Judaism is overrepresented, comprising 0.4%, compared to 0.2% regionally.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (19.0%), English (19.0%), and Australian (16.2%). Notably, Korean (1.8%) is overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.6%. Indian (3.7%) and Russian (0.4%) also show notable divergences from regional averages.

Civic hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Civic's median age is 27 years, significantly below the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and lower than the national average of 38. Civic has a higher concentration of 15-24 residents at 36.1%, compared to the ACT's 19.6% and Australia's 12.5%. It has fewer 5-14 year-olds at 3.2%, below the ACT's 7.8%. Post-2021 Census, the 5-14 age group grew from 1.6% to 3.2%, while the 45-54 cohort declined from 7.3% to 5.6% and the 15-24 group decreased from 37.4% to 36.1%. By 2041, Civic's population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 15-24 age cohort projected to increase by 2,551 people (134%), from 1,904 to 4,456.