Conder

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

Conder's population was 5,108 as of the 2021 Census. By June 2024, it had decreased to 4,908, a drop of 200 people (3.9%). This decrease is inferred from ABS estimates and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density in Conder is 1,085 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 69.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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. According to these projections, Conder's population is expected to decline by 34 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are projected to grow, notably the 65 to 74 age group, which is anticipated to increase by 159 people over this period.

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 FY-21 and FY-25, just 3 homes were approved, with none yet approved in FY-26. 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 recorded $720,000 in commercial development approvals, reflecting its residential nature. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Conder has significantly less development activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. However, building activity has accelerated recently.

Nationally, Conder's development level is lower, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints. With population stability or decline expected, Conder should experience reduced housing pressure, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Conder has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects likely influencing the region. Notable projects are Tuggeranong Multi-Unit Development - Gordon, Banks Gateway Estate, Southquay Greenway Stage 2 - Block 1 Section 80 Public Housing, and Lanyon Marketplace Improvements. The following details those most relevant.

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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 notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate stood at 5.2% as of September 2025, indicating a 0.7% increase in employment over the preceding year. By this date, 2,766 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.6% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%.

Workforce participation in Conder was recorded at 74.9%, slightly higher than the Australian Capital Territory's 72.5%. Census data revealed that only 9.8% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents were 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 the Australian Capital Territory. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.7%, while labour force grew by a similar rate, maintaining a relatively stable unemployment rate. In contrast, Australian Capital Territory experienced higher employment growth of 1.4% and labour force growth of 1.2%, with a slight drop in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Conder's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

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

The Conder SA2 has one of the highest income levels in Australia according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers is $72,972 and the average income stands at $79,544. This compares to figures for Australian Capital Territory's of $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $79,729 (median) and $86,910 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Conder rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 92nd percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 33.4% of residents earn $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is also the largest segment in the region. A substantial presence of higher earners is indicated by the 42.1% exceeding $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 13.4% of income, and residents rank within the 92nd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Conder, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 80.7% houses and 19.3% other dwellings. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory had 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Conder was 26.3%, similar to the ACT's level. Dwellings were either mortgaged (55.8%) or rented (17.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,148, higher than the ACT average of $2,080 and national average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Conder was $390, compared to the ACT's $450 and national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 80.5% of all households, including 41.2% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 18.1% and group households comprising 1.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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 and above, 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.

This includes primary education (10.5%), secondary education (8.2%), and tertiary education (4.9%).

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

Conder has 32 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 65 different routes, offering a total of 5,101 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents on average being 246 meters away from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 94%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 9.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Each route sees an average of 728 trips daily, resulting in about 159 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Conder is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Conder faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~2,866 people), compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues impacting 10.3% of residents and asthma impacting 8.9%. 67.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% in Australian Capital Territory. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 14.0% of residents aged 65 and over (689 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general 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 cultural diversity with 20.4% born overseas and 15.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by Islam at 2.6%, slightly higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 3.4%. Ancestry-wise, Australians make up 27.7%, English 26.7%, and Other 8.7% of Conder's population.

Notably, Polish (1.3%) is overrepresented compared to the regional figure of 0.8%, while Croatian stands at 0.9% (equal to the region) and Russian at 0.4% (slightly higher than the regional 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 has strong representation at 15.1%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 11.6%. Between 2021 and the present, the 55-64 age group grew from 13.6% to 15.1% of the population, and the 85+ cohort increased from 0.8% to 2.0%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 16.3% to 12.6%, and the 15-24 group dropped from 13.9% to 11.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Conder. The 65-74 age cohort is projected to increase by 128 people (33%), from 391 to 520. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 98% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.