Mawson

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

Mawson's population was 3,440 as of May 2021. By May 2026, it had increased to around 3,547, a rise of 107 people (3.1%). This growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,526 in June 2025 and an additional 55 validated new addresses since May 2021. The population density was 1,681 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.1% 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 and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, also based on 2022 data. Projected demographic shifts indicate lower quartile growth nationally, with Mawson expected to increase by 66 persons to 2041, reflecting a 1.3% total increase over the 16 years.

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

Mawson has averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 76 homes. As of FY26, 23 approvals have been recorded. On average, one new resident arrives per year for each new home approved between FY21 and FY25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions. The average construction cost value of new homes is $281,000.

In FY26, $1.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to the Australian Capital Territory, where Mawson records 73.0% lower building activity per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. Recent construction comprises 46.0% detached dwellings and 54.0% attached dwellings, favouring higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Mawson has approximately 379 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area with a projected population growth of 45 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Population forecasts indicate Mawson will gain 45 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Mawson has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects that may impact the area. Major projects include Mixed-Use Complex in Mawson, Phillip Swimming And Ice-Skating Centre Redevelopment, Woden Town Square Precinct Redevelopment, and Canberra Hospital Master Plan. The following details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Mawson exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Mawson's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.9% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.8%.

As of December 2025, 1,929 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.9% lower than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Mawson was 67.9%, slightly below the Australian Capital Territory's 70.5%. According to Census responses, only 10.1% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment were public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services.

Health care & social assistance was particularly strong with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, while public administration & safety employed 27.8% of local workers, below the Australian Capital Territory's 30.4%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited due to the predominantly residential nature of the area. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.8%, labour force grew by 1.2%, and unemployment fell by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory recorded employment growth of 0.9%, labour force growth of 1.2%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Mawson's employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Mawson SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $68,199. The average income stood at $87,891. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to the Australian Capital Territory's levels of $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Mawson would be approximately $75,319 (median) and $97,067 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Mawson rank highly nationally, between the 78th and 88th percentiles. Distribution data indicates that 33.0% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 per week, reflecting regional patterns where 34.3% occupy this range. A substantial proportion, 34.9%, earn above $3,000/week, indicating strong economic capacity throughout the area. Housing accounts for 13.6% of income, while 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 above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Mawson, as per the latest Census, consisted of 54.2% houses and 45.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Mawson was at 32.9%, with the rest being mortgaged (30.7%) or rented (36.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Mawson's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Mawson has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.9% of all households, including 27.4% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.1%, with lone person households making up 29.2% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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 is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 53.0% have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 46.8% in the SA4 region. The area has a significant educational advantage, with bachelor degrees being the most common at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.1%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%). Vocational pathways account for 23.6% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 11.4% and certificates 12.2%.

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

Mawson has 16 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 34 different routes, offering a total of 2,978 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is deemed good, with residents typically residing 220 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode at 83%, with 10% using buses. Each dwelling averages 1.2 vehicles.

Only 10.1% work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 425 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 186 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Mawson is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Mawson shows superior health outcomes, as determined by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover is exceptionally high in Mawson, with approximately 63% of the total population (2,245 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.3% and 7.6% of residents respectively. 70.8% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, slightly higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 70.2%. Health outcomes for those under 65 are better than average. Mawson has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 18.9%, with 670 people in this age group compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 14.3%. Nationally, however, this percentage is lower 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. However, Hinduism is overrepresented compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, making up 8.9% of Mawson's population versus 4.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (20.8%), Australian (19.5%), and Other (17.5%), with the latter being higher than the regional average of 12.2%. Some ethnic groups show significant representation differences: Welsh at 0.9% in Mawson compared to 0.6% regionally, 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 the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Mawson has a higher percentage of residents aged 65-74 (10.0%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (15.1%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 9.9% to 11.6%, while the 65-74 cohort has increased from 8.6% to 10.0%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has declined from 16.6% to 15.1%, and the 75-84 group has dropped from 7.1% to 5.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Mawson's age profile will change significantly. The 65-74 cohort is projected to grow by 19%, adding 66 residents to reach a total of 422. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 63% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.