Mawson

Mawson has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Mawson's population is 3,486 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 46 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,440. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 3,475 in June 2024 and additional 47 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level equates to a density ratio of 1,652 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.7% of population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with base year 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, ACT Government's SA2 area projections with base year 2022 are adopted. Projected demographic shifts anticipate lower quartile growth nationally, with Mawson expected to increase by 48 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 1.0% over the 17 years based on latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Mawson according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Mawson has granted approximately 15 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, 76 homes were approved, with an additional 17 approved so far in FY-26. On average, one new resident per year arrives for each new home over these five years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average construction cost value of new dwellings is $281,000. This financial year has seen $1.1 million in commercial approvals registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to the Australian Capital Territory, where Mawson shows 73.0% less development activity per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. New developments consist of 46.0% standalone homes and 54.0% townhouses or apartments, focusing on higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Mawson has approximately 379 people per dwelling approval, indicating a developed market.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Mawson is projected to add 36 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Mixed-Use Complex in Mawson, Phillip Swimming And Ice-Skating Centre Redevelopment, Woden Town Square Precinct Redevelopment, and Canberra Hospital Master Plan. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Mawson shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Mawson has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.0% as of September 2025.

The area experienced employment growth of 1.8% over the past year. As of September 2025, 1,922 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.5% lower than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%. Workforce participation in Mawson was 66.3%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 69.6%. Key industries for employment among residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services.

Health care & social assistance has a notably high concentration with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Public administration & safety, however, has limited presence with 27.8% employment compared to the regional average of 30.4%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. From September 2024 to September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.8%, and labour force grew by 1.2%, leading to a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 1.4% and unemployment fall by 0.2 percentage points during the same period. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate a projected growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mawson's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The median taxpayer income in Mawson SA2 was $65,691, with an average of $87,844 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. Nationally, this is extremely high compared to the Australian Capital Territory's median income of $68,678 and average income of $83,634. By September 2025, estimates based on a 13.6% Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $74,625 (median) and $99,791 (average). Census 2021 data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Mawson all rank highly nationally, between the 78th and 88th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 33.0% of residents (1,150 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, reflecting regional patterns where 34.3% occupy this range. Economic strength is evident with 34.9% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. Housing accounts for 13.6% of income, and residents rank within the 80th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Mawson displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Mawson, as per the latest Census evaluation, 54.2% of dwellings were houses while 45.8% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 58.4% houses and 41.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mawson stood at 32.9%, with mortgaged properties at 30.7% and rented dwellings at 36.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, aligning with the Australian Capital Territory average, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the territory's averages of $2,167 and $440 respectively. Nationally, Mawson's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Mawson has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 66.9% of all households, consisting of 27.4% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.1%, with lone person households at 29.2% and group households comprising 3.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Australian Capital Territory average.

Educational achievement in Mawson places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Mawson's educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 53.0% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. This educational advantage positions Mawson strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.1%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%).

Vocational pathways account for 23.6% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above – advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (12.2%). Educational participation is notably high, with 30.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.2% in tertiary education, and 6.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 17 active public transport stops in Mawson. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with 3 individual routes operating. Together, these routes provide 496 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 219 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 70 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per stop.

Mawson's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows Mawson residents have relatively positive health outcomes. Prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher in older, at-risk cohorts compared to national averages. Private health cover rate is exceptionally high at approximately 64% (2,224 people), compared to 68.1% in Australian Capital Territory and a national average of 55.3%.

The most common conditions are arthritis (8.3%) and mental health issues (7.6%), with 70.8% reporting no medical ailments, similar to the ACT's 70.1%. The area has 18.4% residents aged 65 and over (640 people), requiring more attention than the broader population.

Mawson was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Mawson's cultural diversity is notable, with 35.5% of its population born overseas and 30.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Mawson, accounting for 40.9% of the population. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, comprising 8.9% of Mawson's population versus 6.6%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (20.8%), Australian (19.5%), and Other (17.5%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Welsh is overrepresented at 0.9% in Mawson compared to the regional average of 0.6%, Hungarian at 0.5% versus 0.3%, and Russian at 0.5% versus 0.3%.

Mawson's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Mawson's median age is 38 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 but equivalent to Australia's median age of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Mawson has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (9.5%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (11.3%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 has increased from 9.9% to 11.3%, while the proportion of those aged 45-54 has risen from 11.5% to 12.5%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 16.6% to 15.2%, and the proportion of those aged 75-84 has dropped from 7.1% to 6.1%. By 2041, Mawson's age profile is projected to change significantly. The cohort aged 65-74 is expected to grow by 26%, adding 87 residents and reaching a total of 418. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 67% of population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the cohorts aged 0-4 and 5-14 are projected to experience population declines.