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Page is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Page's population, as of November 2025, is around 3004 people. This reflects a decrease of 50 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3054 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 2984 in June 2024 and an additional 23 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2275 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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. Population projections indicate an increase just below the median of national statistical areas by 2041, with the area expected to gain 174 persons and a total increase of 5.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Page, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Page has averaged approximately 10 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, totaling 54 homes. In FY26, one home has been approved so far. Despite population decline during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost value for new dwellings is $253,000. This year, $2.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's residential character. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Page shows around 62% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 62nd percentile nationally, though development activity has increased recently. This is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and potential planning constraints. New building approvals consist of 50.0% detached houses and 50.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the existing housing composition (currently 70.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse housing options.

Page reflects a low-density area with around 236 people per approval. By 2041, Page is expected to grow by 153 residents. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Page has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

No infrastructure changes significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified zero projects likely influencing this region. Key initiatives are: Belconnen Town Centre Master Plan & District Strategy, Belconnen Lakeshore - Connected Waterfront Precinct, Belconnen Town Centre East Precinct (Republic Phase 2 & Future), and Belconnen Mixed-Use Towers. Below details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Page are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Page has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, showing relative stability over the past year.

As of September 2025, 1,490 residents are employed, with a 1.3% higher unemployment rate compared to the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.6%. Workforce participation in Page is lower at 56.5%, compared to ACT's 69.6%. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical sectors.

Public administration & safety employment stands at 26.5%, below the regional average of 30.4%. The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 0.5% while labour force grew by 0.8%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, ACT saw employment grow by 1.4%, labour force increase by 1.2%, and unemployment fall by 0.2 percentage points. As of 25-November 2025, ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. National forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Page's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022, Page SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $52,075 with the average level standing at $65,351. This is in line with national averages which were $68,678 and $83,634 for Australian Capital Territory respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.6% from financial year ended June 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $59,157 (median) and $74,239 (average). Census data reveals personal income ranks at the 71st percentile with a weekly earning of $932, while household income sits at the 51st percentile. The earnings profile shows that the largest segment comprises 32.6% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (979 residents), which aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort likewise represents 34.3%. High housing costs consume 15.9% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 52nd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

As of the latest Census, dwelling structures in Page consisted of 70.2% houses and 29.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 69.4% houses and 30.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Page stood at 37.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.0% and rented dwellings at 34.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Page was $2,000, aligning with the Australian Capital Territory average. The median weekly rent figure in Page was recorded at $438, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's figures of $2,000 and $430 respectively. Nationally, Page's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 58.4% of all households, including 24.1% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 41.6%, with lone person households at 35.0% and group households comprising 6.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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

Educational attainment in Page exceeds broader national benchmarks. As of the latest data available, 45.6% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's average of 30.4%. This educational advantage is reflected in the prevalence of bachelor degrees (25.9%), postgraduate qualifications (14.6%), and graduate diplomas (5.1%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 25.7% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (15.6%).

Educational participation is notably high in Page, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (9.2%), tertiary education (7.8%), and secondary education (6.3%).

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

Transport analysis indicates 15 active stops operating within Page, consisting of bus services. These stops are covered by 6 routes, offering a total of 962 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 174 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 137 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 64 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Page is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Page faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover here stands at approximately 52%, covering around 1,574 people, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 57.1%.

Residents commonly report arthritis (11.3%) and mental health issues (9.8%). Conversely, 58.9% claim no medical ailments, lower than the ACT's 68.1%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 23.5% (706 people), compared to the ACT's 15.3%. Senior health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

Page 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

Page was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 32.5% of its population born overseas and 25.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Page, comprising 43.4% of people. Notably, Buddhism is overrepresented, making up 4.1% compared to the Australian Capital Territory's average of 3.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (23.8%), Australian (23.1%), and Other (12.2%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Vietnamese at 1.4% in Page versus 1.2% regionally, Spanish at 0.6% versus 0.5%, and Croatian at 0.8%.

Page's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Page's median age is 39, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 and comparable to Australia's median age of 38. The proportion of people aged 85 and above in Page is strong at 6.7%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory. However, the 15-24 age group is less prevalent in Page at 11.3%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of the population aged 15-24 has grown from 9.6% to 11.3%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 13.2% to 14.3%. Conversely, the proportion of people aged 85 and above has declined from 8.1% to 6.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Page's age structure. The 85+ group is expected to grow by 54%, reaching 310 people from a starting point of 201. This growth will be led by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 60% of projected growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.