Conder

Conder has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Conder's population was around 4,909 as of November 2025. This reflected a decrease of 199 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,108. The change was inferred from ABS estimates of 4,909 in June 2024 and one validated new address since the Census date. Population density was 1,086 persons per square kilometer. Recent growth was primarily driven by natural increase (69.3%).

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For uncovered areas and years post-2032, ACT Government's SA2 area projections were used, also based on 2022. Projections indicated an overall population decline by 34 persons to 2041, but growth in specific age cohorts was anticipated, notably a 159-person increase in the 65-74 age group.

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

Conder has seen minimal dwelling approvals in recent years. Between FY21 and FY25, only 3 homes were approved, with none yet approved in FY26. Despite population decline during this period, development activity has been adequate relative to the falling population, benefiting buyers due to increased housing choices at an average construction cost of $95,000, below regional levels.

This financial year, Conder has recorded $720,000 in commercial development approvals, reflecting its residential nature. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Conder has significantly less development activity. The limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, although building activity has increased recently.

Nationally, Conder's development levels are lower, indicating market maturity and potential development constraints. With population expected to remain stable or decline, housing pressure in Conder should decrease, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Conder has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects that may affect this region: Tuggeranong Multi-Unit Development - Gordon (2015), Banks Gateway Estate (2016), Southquay Greenway Stage 2 - Block 1 Section 80 Public Housing (scheduled for 2017), and Lanyon Marketplace Improvements (expected completion in 2018).

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Conder shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Conder's workforce comprises skilled individuals with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate stood at 5.2% as of September 2024, with an estimated employment growth of 0.7% over the past year.

By September 2025, 2,766 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.6% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.6%. Workforce participation in Conder was 72.6%, slightly higher than ACT's 69.6%. Key industries of employment among residents included public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction.

However, professional & technical services were under-represented, with only 7.4% of Conder's workforce compared to 11.1% in ACT. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data analysis. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.7%, while the labour force also grew by 0.7%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 5.2%. In contrast, ACT experienced higher employment growth of 1.4% and labour force growth of 1.2%, with a slight decrease in unemployment rate to 3.8%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 showed ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.5% compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Conder's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, assuming population projections remain constant for illustrative purposes.

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

The Conder SA2's median income among taxpayers was $69,239 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $76,195 during the same period. This compares to figures for Australian Capital Territory of $68,678 and $83,634 respectively. By September 2025, current estimates suggest median income would be approximately $78,656 and average income around $86,558, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.6% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Conder ranked highly nationally, between the 90th and 92nd percentiles. The earnings profile showed that 33.4% of residents earned $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, mirroring the region's largest segment. Notably, 42.1% exceeded $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. Housing accounted for 13.4% of income, with residents ranking highly in disposable income at the 92nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Conder is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Conder, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.7% houses and 19.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 79.6% houses and 20.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Conder was at 26.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.8% and rented ones at 17.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Conder was $2,148, above the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure for Conder was $390, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $425. Nationally, Conder's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Conder features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.5% of all households, including 41.2% that are couples with children, 25.2% that are couples without children, and 13.6% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.5%, consisting of lone person households at 18.1% and group households comprising 1.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 26.3%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 46.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 34.4% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 22.5%. Educational participation is high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 10.5% in primary, 8.2% in secondary, and 4.9% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Conder indicates that there are 33 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 7 individual routes providing service to the area. Together, these routes facilitate 1,037 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in Conder is rated as good, with residents on average located approximately 245 meters from their nearest transport stop. Across all routes, service frequency averages around 148 trips per day, which equates to roughly 31 weekly trips per individual stop.

Conder's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Conder's health metrics are close to national benchmarks.

The level of common health conditions among its general population is somewhat typical, but higher than the national average among older cohorts. Private health cover rate is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~2,837 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 10.3 and 8.9% of residents respectively. 67.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 66.1% across Australian Capital Territory. The area has 13.1% of residents aged 65 and over (642 people), lower than the 17.6% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Conder records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Conder's population shows above-average cultural diversity, with 20.4% born overseas and 15.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Conder, comprising 47.5% of its population. Islam is slightly overrepresented compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, making up 2.6% versus 2.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (27.7%), English (26.7%), and Other (8.7%). Some ethnic groups have notable differences in representation: Polish at 1.3% (regional average is 0.8%), Croatian at 0.9% (regional average is 0.8%), and Russian at 0.4% (regional average is 0.3%).

Conder's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Conder's median age is 37 years, slightly older than the Australian Capital Territory's 35 but aligned with the national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age group comprises 14.9% of Conder's population compared to the Australian Capital Territory, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 12.0%. Since 2021, the 55-64 age group has grown from 13.6% to 14.9%, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 16.3% to 13.4%, and the 15-24 group has dropped from 13.9% to 11.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Conder. The 65-74 age cohort is projected to increase by 144 people (39%) from 375 to 520. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 100% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 35-44 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.