Kingston (ACT)

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

Kingston's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 7,337 people. This figure represents an increase of 758 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,579. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 7,338 residents in June 2024 and 12 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 5,240 persons per square kilometer, placing Kingston among the top 10% of locations nationally, indicating high land demand. Kingston's growth rate of 11.5% since 2021 surpassed both state (5.9%) and SA4 region averages. Overseas migration contributed significantly to this growth, accounting for approximately 42.4% of total population gains.

However, all migration drivers were 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, ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, using 2022 as the base year. Future forecasts indicate significant population growth, with Kingston expected to expand by 3,168 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 43.2% over 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Kingston when compared nationally

Kingston has seen approximately 31 dwellings granted development approval annually. Between FY21 and FY25157 homes were approved, with none yet in FY26 as of the current date. On average, 7.9 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these five financial years.

This supply lagging demand indicates heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost value for new properties is $98,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options. In FY26, commercial approvals totaling $10.1 million have been registered, showing steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Kingston records about 56% of building activity per person and ranks among the 25th percentile nationally in terms of dwelling supply, offering limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing dwellings.

Recent development has consisted entirely of attached dwellings, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 3779 people per dwelling approval, Kingston reflects a highly mature market. By 2041, Kingston is projected to grow by 3,169 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Kingston has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified five projects that could impact the region. Notable ones are Kingston Arts Precinct, Greenway Rise - The Establishment, Kingston Foreshore Precinct, and Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade. The following list provides details on those most likely to be relevant.

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

Kingston has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 0.7%, lower than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) 3.6%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.2%. As of September 2025, there are 5,584 residents employed, with a workforce participation rate of 75.3% compared to ACT's 69.6%. The dominant employment sectors are public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. Kingston specializes in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 2.8% versus the regional average of 6.8%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. From September 2024 to September 2025, employment increased by 1.2%, keeping the unemployment rate stable at 2.8% below ACT's rate. In contrast, ACT experienced employment growth of 1.4% and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. As of 25-November-25, ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kingston's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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 2022 shows that Kingston SA2 has exceptionally high national median income of $98,743 and average income of $121,767. This contrasts with Australian Capital Territory's median income of $68,678 and average income of $83,634. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.6% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Kingston are approximately $112,172 (median) and $138,327 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Kingston rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 99th percentiles for households, families, and individuals. Income brackets indicate that 40.8% of locals (2,993 people) earn $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with the regional trend where this cohort represents 34.3%. Notably, 43.1% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 88th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

Kingston's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 3.0% houses and 96.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Australian Capital Territory's 40.7% houses and 59.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingston was at 17.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.8% and rented ones at 51.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Kingston was $1,950, lower than Australian Capital Territory's average of $2,275. The median weekly rent in Kingston was $510, compared to Australian Capital Territory's $500. Nationally, Kingston's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 48.3% of all households, including 10.7% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 6.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 51.7%, with lone person households at 44.4% and group households making up 7.2%. The median household size is 1.8 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.2.

Kingston performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Kingston's residents aged 15+ have a higher educational attainment than national averages. 71.5% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 38.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (25.2%) and graduate diplomas (8.1%). Vocational pathways make up 15.1%, with advanced diplomas at 8.0% and certificates at 7.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.5% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in tertiary education, 4.5% in primary education, and 3.5% pursuing secondary education.

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

Kingston has 24 active public transport stops. These include train and bus services. There are 48 routes serving these stops, providing a total of 1,753 weekly passenger trips.

Residents have good accessibility to transport, with an average distance of 200 meters to the nearest stop. Services run frequently, with an average of 250 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 73 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kingston's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Kingston with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover was found to be exceptionally high at approximately 79% of the total population (5,825 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.8 and 8.6% of residents respectively. Seventy-one point eight percent declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.8% across Australian Capital Territory. The area has 13.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,019 people), which is lower than the 19.9% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Kingston's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 26.9% born overseas and 18.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kingston, comprising 34.0% of its population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented in Kingston at 0.7%, compared to 0.6% across Australian Capital Territory.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (25.8%), Australian (19.9%), and Irish (11.0%). Other ethnic groups with notable divergences include French (1.2% vs regional 0.9%), Welsh (0.8% vs 0.7%), and Russian (0.6% vs 0.4%).

Kingston's population is younger than the national pattern

Kingston's median age is 35 years, matching the Australian Capital Territory figure but slightly lower than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Kingston has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (29.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (3.8%). This 25-34 age group concentration is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 3.3% to 5.2%, while the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 18.3% to 19.7%. Conversely, the 15 to 24 cohort has decreased from 9.2% to 7.8%, and the 25 to 34 group has dropped from 30.4% to 29.1%. Population projections for the year 2041 suggest substantial demographic shifts in Kingston, with the 35 to 44 age cohort expected to grow significantly by 43%, adding 613 residents to reach a total of 2,057.