Area profile · Australian Capital Territory
McKellar has an estimated 2,619 residents, down 4.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around McKellar.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The McKellar Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 8.6 kilometres north-northwest from Canberra CBD. Its population is around 2,619 as of Aug 2026, down by 121 people (4.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,740 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 2,619 as of June 2025 and 1 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has limited population expansion, alongside severely limited dwelling supply, above-average median household income and strong outright home ownership.
McKellar is characterised by a high proportion of married families, a notable public administration employment base and elevated Professional and Technical employment. Residents are somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and many households are couples without children. The area is among the most affluent in the country, while its population growth pattern shows limited expansion.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The McKellar Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 8.6 kilometres north-northwest from Canberra CBD. Its population is around 2,619 as of Aug 2026, down by 121 people (4.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,740 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 2,619 as of June 2025 and 1 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has limited population expansion, alongside severely limited dwelling supply, above-average median household income and strong outright home ownership.
McKellar is characterised by a high proportion of married families, a notable public administration employment base and elevated Professional and Technical employment. Residents are somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and many households are couples without children. The area is among the most affluent in the country, while its population growth pattern shows limited expansion.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,838 in 2001 and 2,619 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 13.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.3%.
McKellar ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for income and the 89th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
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Status of the 5 tracked applications: 3 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 47 projects in and around McKellar, 11 of them under construction.
Ethos is the second stage of Per Se Developments' Cirrus lakeside precinct at Belconnen. The project comprises 88 premium apartments with ground floor commercial tenancies overlooking Lake Ginninderra. Construction is well advanced with display apartments open and commercial space being marketed ahead of expected completion in 2026.
Major expansion of University of Canberra sports facilities, including the development of Sports Hub 2, new aquatic centre, indoor sports courts, outdoor playing fields, gymnasium upgrades, and athlete training facilities. It focuses on community access programs and elite athlete development.
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce. Aligning with the Bruce Sports, Health and Education Precinct masterplan, it aims to deliver 250-500 new dwellings alongside commercial, hospitality, innovation hubs, and retail opportunities.
A $520 million mixed-use town centre precinct comprising 550 for-sale apartments and 325 build-to-rent units across two towers (20 and 24 storeys) over a central podium with ground-floor commercial activation and basement parking.
Progressive upgrade of sporting facilities in Bruce including playing fields, lighting, pavilions, changerooms and supporting infrastructure. The works form part of the ACT Government's ongoing sportsground improvement program to improve community and competition sporting facilities.
Comprehensive upgrade of existing community facilities including expanded library services, community meeting spaces, youth programs area, seniors centre, and childcare facilities. Improved accessibility and technology integration throughout.
RF Corval has proposed a major mixed-use redevelopment at 40 Cameron Avenue comprising two towers of 24 and 27 storeys. The proposal includes 407 residential apartments, ground-floor commercial and office tenancies, and structured basement and podium parking.
Restoration of natural habitats and delivery of water sensitive urban design works in Kaleen to improve creek health, reduce stormwater pollutants entering Lake Ginninderra, and enhance local biodiversity and amenity.
Planned ACT Government community health centre for the growing West Belconnen and Ginninderry region. The facility is intended to provide integrated primary care, specialist outpatient services, allied health, mental health and community health services.
Mixed-use precinct at Belconnen Town Centre comprising 435 apartments across buildings of 12 to 18 storeys, a 144-room hotel, ground-floor retail, cafes, restaurants, and commercial office suites. The project sits within the Lathlain Eat Street precinct opposite Westfield Belconnen and adjoins an ACT Government urban park.
Expansion of the Bullecourt Retirement Village within the Mona Tait Gardens seniors living precinct. Stage 1 comprising 20 independent living units has been completed.
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce, adjacent to the AIS and Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve.
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Estimated completion year of the 30 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 6, 2027 3, 2028 9, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 2, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 4. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 5 substantial development applications lodged in and around McKellar over the period covered (about 3.5 years), 2 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 (part year) 3, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Nov) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.5 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.5 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the McKellar SA2 area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The McKellar SA2's current population of 2,619 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the McKellar SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 1, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the McKellar SA2 has seen 4 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the McKellar SA2 include: Bruce Precinct (Planning); West Belconnen Health Centre (Planning); Belconnen Lakeshore - Connected Waterfront Precinct (Planning); Onderra (Construction); and Kenny New Suburb Development (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the McKellar SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the McKellar SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 17th percentile.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
McKellar has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,619 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,852 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,740 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.41 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the McKellar SA2 was estimated to be approximately 2,619 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,619 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mckellar sa2 has lost approximately 121 people and shown a 4.42% decrease from the 2,740 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the McKellar SA2 is estimated at 1,857 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the McKellar SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the McKellar SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (61.3%), Natural increase (38.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 61.3% of overall population gains.
McKellar's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the McKellar SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, McKellar is 8 years older than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the McKellar SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the McKellar SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the McKellar SA2 show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (13.5% vs 7.4%) and 75-84 year-olds (8.0% vs 5.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.2% of the population in the McKellar SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.1% of the population in the McKellar SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $73,689 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,247 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,687 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,160 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 45.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,051 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the McKellar SA2 is approximately $78,862. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $73,689.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the McKellar SA2 is approximately $91,231. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,247.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the McKellar SA2 is approximately $78,862 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,689 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the McKellar SA2 is approximately $91,231 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,247 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the McKellar SA2's households (~27.3% / 263 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the McKellar SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.3% of households. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 34.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the McKellar SA2 is $2,687/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the McKellar SA2 is $3,051/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the McKellar SA2 is $1,160/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the McKellar SA2 is among the highest in Australia, with the median assessed at $73,689 while the average income stands at $85,247. This contrasts to Australian Capital Territory's figures of a median income of $76,315 and an average income of $90,024. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $78,862 (median) and $91,231 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the McKellar SA2 is $10,456 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mckellar sa2's disposable income is $10,456 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in McKellar lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,293 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,988 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,382 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the McKellar SA2 has approximately 1,293 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.4%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the McKellar SA2 stands at 6.4%, which is 2.3 percentage points above Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the McKellar SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (27.8% of employment), professional & technical (11.6%), and health care & social assistance (11.2%). These three sectors alone account for 50.6% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the McKellar SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Australian Capital Territory saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the McKellar SA2 is 64.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Australian Capital Territory average of 71.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The mckellar sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 9.5% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% across Australian Capital Territory. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The mckellar sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
McKellar ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 42.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
42.3% of people aged 15 and over in the McKellar SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
32.7% of people aged 15 and over in the McKellar SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The mckellar sa2 ranks in the 55th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the McKellar SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (25.3%), Certificate (15.7%), Postgraduate (11.6%).
27.6% of the population in the McKellar SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.6% in primary school, 7.1% in secondary school, 6.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
McKellar features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 963 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 920 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.4% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the McKellar SA2 had 963 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 4.5% to an estimated 920 households today.
The average household size in the McKellar SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.6%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 765 family households, couples with children account for 35.7% of all households, couples without children at home 32.9%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the McKellar SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.4% (versus 69.6% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.6% compared to 25.7% in Australian Capital Territory. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the McKellar SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Australian Capital Territory average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.7% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 17.6% of all households in the McKellar SA2, notably lower than the average for Australian Capital Territory of 25.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.9% of households, below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
McKellar 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 72.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
McKellar was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.0% of its population born overseas and 27.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in McKellar was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.9% of people in McKellar. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 3.6% of the population, compared to 3.0% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in McKellar are Australian, comprising 22.7% of the population, English, comprising 21.4% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of McKellar (vs 0.9% across Australian Capital Territory), Polish at 1.1% (vs 0.8%) and Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
31.0% of the McKellar SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
27.2% of the population in the McKellar SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
1.3% of the McKellar SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
89.6% of the McKellar SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
McKellar is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 42.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.7% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.0% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $438 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the McKellar SA2, 42.8% of homes are owned outright, 38.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 19.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.7% of dwellings in the McKellar SA2 are houses.
In the McKellar SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 6.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the McKellar SA2 stands at 42.8%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the McKellar SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the McKellar SA2 is $1,187, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the McKellar SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 18.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the McKellar SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the McKellar SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 18.6% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 16.3% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the McKellar SA2 consists of 93.7% detached houses, 6.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in McKellar consumes approximately 10.2% of median household income ($11,635 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
The level of general health in McKellar is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Around 59.7% of people in the McKellar SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the McKellar SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
7.8% of people in the McKellar SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the McKellar SA2 population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the McKellar SA2 have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the McKellar SA2, 59.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Australian Capital Territory sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 62.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 89th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,553 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 138 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 51 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 19 public transport stops within the McKellar SA2.
The McKellar SA2 has 3,553 weekly trips across 51 routes, averaging 507 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 159 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 387 m away and the nearest school 946 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 19 stops nearby, 3,553 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 49th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 387 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 456 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 946 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 152 places in McKellar, about 0.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in McKellar is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
McKellar has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
McKellar has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
McKellar's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The labour market performance in McKellar lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
McKellar ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
McKellar features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
McKellar 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.
McKellar is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in McKellar is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
McKellar has an estimated 2,619 residents, down 4.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around McKellar.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for McKellar.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (801011021). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for McKellar from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares McKellar with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
