Fadden

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

Fadden's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 3,016, reflecting a growth of 10 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,006. This increase, representing a 0.3% change, is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,014 in June 2025 and an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 969 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Fadden's growth rate of 0.3% since the census places it within 1.1 percentage points of the SA3 area (1.4%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 50.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area. AreaSearch adopts 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated nationally, with the area expected to increase by 24 persons to reach a population of approximately 3,040 by 2041, reflecting an overall gain of 0.7% over the 16-year period.

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

Fadden has seen minimal dwelling approvals in recent years. Four homes were approved between the financial years 2021 and 2025.

As of yet, there have been zero approvals in the current financial year, 2026. The population decline during this period suggests that the development activity has been adequate relative to the population change, which is beneficial for buyers. The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings in Fadden is $330,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Fadden has significantly less development activity, 88.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings in the area. Nationally, Fadden's level of development is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent developments have been exclusively detached houses, maintaining Fadden's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes that appeal to those seeking space.

Fadden has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects expected to affect the area. Key projects are: Wanniassa Hills Primary School Modernisation, Erindale Group Centre Master Plan Implementation - Stage 1, The Valley Ponds - Wanniassa, and Canberra Light Rail Stage 4 - Woden to Tuggeranong.

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Employment conditions in Fadden rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Fadden has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 1.0% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.2%.

As of December 2025, 1,634 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.8%, below the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Fadden was 68.4%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 70.5%. According to Census responses, 14.7% of residents worked from home as of December 2025.

Key industries of employment were public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Accommodation & food services had limited presence with 4.8% employment compared to the regional average of 6.5%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data. From December 2024 to December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.2%, and labour force grew by 1.0%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 0.9% over the same period, with a labour force growth of 1.2% and an increase in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Fadden's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Fadden SA2 has one of the highest incomes nationally. The median income is $83,100 and the average is $96,725. This contrasts with Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Fadden are approximately $91,776 (median) and $106,823 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals that incomes in Fadden rank highly nationally, between the 96th and 98th percentiles. Distribution data shows 38.1% of the population falls within the $4000+ income range, contrasting with surrounding regions where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is highest at 34.3%. The high proportion of earners above $3,000/week (55.8%) indicates strong economic capacity in Fadden. After housing costs, residents retain 90.8% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Fadden is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Fadden, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.8% of dwellings were houses, with 3.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Fadden's home ownership rate was 45.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.4% and rented ones at 6.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,383, exceeding the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent figure in Fadden was $620, higher than the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Fadden's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 86.0% of all households, including 44.0% couples with children, 33.1% couples without children, and 8.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 14.0%, consisting of 12.7% lone person households and 1.2% group households. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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

Educational attainment in Fadden is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of the 2016 Census, 47.1% of residents aged 15 years and over held university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 31.1% in the SA3 area. This educational advantage is reflected in the types of qualifications held: bachelor degrees were most common at 26.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.5%) and graduate diplomas (6.6%). Vocational credentials were also prominent, with 25.6% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (14.0%).

Educational participation was notably high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of the Census date. This included primary education (10.1%), secondary education (8.6%), and tertiary education (5.4%).

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

Public transport analysis shows 23 active stops operating within Fadden. These are a mix of bus stops serviced by 39 routes providing 3530 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, primarily using cars at 92%. Bus use stands at 5% and vehicle ownership averages 1.9 per dwelling above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 14.7% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 504 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 153 weekly trips per stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Fadden, as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Approximately 70% of the total population (2,102 people) had private health cover, compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions were arthritis (8.7%) and asthma (8.0%). Sixty-nine point six percent of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among the working-age population were broadly typical. Fadden has 21.1% of residents aged 65 and over (636 people), higher than the 14.3% in 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 Fadden was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Fadden's cultural diversity is above average, with 23.8% of its population born overseas and 15.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Fadden, making up 52.0% of the population. Islam is overrepresented compared to Australian Capital Territory figures, comprising 2.0% versus 3.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (26.4%), Australian (24.0%), and Irish (9.4%). Some ethnic groups show notable divergences: Croatian is overrepresented at 1.1% in Fadden compared to the regional figure of 0.9%, Welsh at 0.8% versus 0.6%, and Serbian at 0.7% versus 0.4%.

Fadden's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Fadden is 42 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 years and also significantly higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, the 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented in Fadden at 12.9%, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 6.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.1% to 6.6% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 10.9% to 13.1%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 15.5% to 12.6%, and the 65 to 74 age group dropped from 14.1% to 12.9%. Demographic modeling suggests that Fadden's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age cohort projected to expand by 67 people (16%) from 415 to 483. Conversely, both the 25 to 34 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.