Area profile · Australian Capital Territory
Reid has an estimated 2,069 residents, up 34.0% since the 2021 Census, with 71 projects tracked in the area around Reid.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Adjoining Canberra CBD, the Reid Statistical Area (Lv2) has an estimated population of approximately 2,069 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 1,544 people, this represents an increase of 525 people (34.0%). The estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,013 as of June 2025 and 34 Validated New Addresses since the Census date.
Reid is characterised by severely limited dwelling supply, a strong apartment presence, an above-average renting population and a low average household size. Residents include many teenagers and young adults in lone person and group households, and the area is very affluent. Population patterns indicate moderate expansion.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Adjoining Canberra CBD, the Reid Statistical Area (Lv2) has an estimated population of approximately 2,069 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 1,544 people, this represents an increase of 525 people (34.0%). The estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,013 as of June 2025 and 34 Validated New Addresses since the Census date.
Reid is characterised by severely limited dwelling supply, a strong apartment presence, an above-average renting population and a low average household size. Residents include many teenagers and young adults in lone person and group households, and the area is very affluent. Population patterns indicate moderate expansion.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,585 in 2001 and 2,013 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,069 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.9%.
Reid ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for transport & access and the 90th for income.
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
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
AreaSearch tracks 71 projects in and around Reid, 23 of them under construction.
A new 2,000-seat lyric theatre is under construction on Vernon Circle, north of The Playhouse, as Stage 1 of the Canberra Theatre Centre transformation. Designed by Cox Architecture with Yerrabingin, Charcoalblue and Arcadia Landscape Architecture, the venue will host large-scale musicals, ballet, opera and international productions.
Construction of Stage 2A extends Canberra's light rail network 1.7 km from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park, with new stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South and Commonwealth Park. The works include a new light rail bridge over Parkes Way and two new signalised intersections on London Circuit.
The final stage of the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, developed by JWLand. Stage 4 is a nine-storey hotel and serviced apartment building comprising 134 rooms. The facade responds to the adjacent heritage-listed Owen Flats. Parking for Stage 4 is provided within the basement of the adjacent Stage 3 building.
A $500 million expansion of the Australian War Memorial to tell more modern stories of Australian service and sacrifice. The project increases exhibition space by 83 percent, adding approximately 10,000 square meters.
A 10-storey luxury hotel featuring 225 guest rooms and suites, a 300-seat flagship Japanese restaurant (Raku), and a level-10 rooftop dining venue. The development includes the Eleme Day Spa, a wellness floor with a pool, sauna, and gym, plus five conferencing spaces.
A transformative urban renewal project south-west of City Hill comprising six distinct buildings. The precinct includes 502 residential dwellings (76 affordable), a striking 5-star hybrid timber hotel, an A-grade commercial office building (One City Hill), and an activated ground floor retail hub with cafes and a supermarket.
A premium residential development in Braddon featuring 8 storeys with 96 high-end apartments and ground-floor retail space. The project emphasizes sustainable design with rooftop gardens, energy-efficient systems, and communal lifestyle facilities including a residents lounge and gym.
The Garden City Cycleway (Stage 1) is a significant 5km active travel route connecting Watson to the City. Stage 1D involves construction along Cooyong Street in Braddon, creating a safe separated cycle link to the Bunda Street shared zone.
The Garden City Cycleway is a major active transport initiative providing a safe, dedicated cycle route connecting the inner-north suburbs of Watson, Downer, Hackett, Dickson, Ainslie, and Braddon with the Canberra city centre. Stage 1 is currently under construction, with the final section (Stage 1D) underway on Cooyong Street.
The Downer Street Food Precinct is a dedicated activation project within the City and Gateway Urban Design Framework and the broader Section 72 Dickson urban renewal.
Mixed-use residential community on the former CSIRO headquarters site at the base of Mount Ainslie, Campbell. Comprising 117 apartments across two nine-storey buildings and 135 townhouses inspired by mid-century modernist design, set across approximately 4.1 hectares of landscaped grounds.
A transformative urban renewal project along Canberra's main gateway corridor. This redevelopment replaces aging 1960s public housing with modern high-density precincts. The program delivers 280 dedicated social housing dwellings alongside over 1,200 private apartments, commercial tenancies, and upgraded public spaces.
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Estimated completion year of the 39 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 12, 2028 11, 2029 3, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 1. 3 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the Reid SA2 area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Reid SA2's current population of 2,069 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Reid SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 2, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Reid SA2 has grown by approximately 446 people, while 8 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 55.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Reid SA2 include: Light Rail Stage 2A: City to Commonwealth Park (Construction); Australian War Memorial Redevelopment (Construction); Crystalbrook Aurora (Construction); UNSW Canberra City Campus - Stage 1 (Construction); and Canberra Lyric Theatre (Theatre Centre Transformation Stage 1) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Reid SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Arts & Culture, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Reid SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 24th 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Reid reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,069 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +34.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,209 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,544 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 525 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.94 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Reid SA2 was estimated to be approximately 2,069 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,013 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The reid sa2 has added approximately 525 people and shown a 34.00% increase from the 1,544 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Reid SA2 is estimated at 2,201 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Reid SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Reid SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (60.8%), Interstate migration (27.9%), Natural increase (11.3%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 60.8% of overall population gains.
Reid's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 42.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.2% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Reid SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Reid is 3 years older than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Reid SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Reid SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 4.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Reid SA2 show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.2% vs 17.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (4.9% vs 11.7%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 8.5% of the population in the Reid SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.8% of the population in the Reid SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $76,811 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $91,457 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,272 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,335 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 38.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,301 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Reid SA2 is approximately $82,203. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $76,811.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Reid SA2 is approximately $97,877. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $91,457.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Reid SA2 is approximately $82,203 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,811 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Reid SA2 is approximately $97,877 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $91,457 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Reid SA2's households (~31.9% / 222 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Reid SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.9% 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 Reid SA2 is $2,272/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Reid SA2 is $3,301/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Reid SA2 is $1,335/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Reid SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $76,811 with the average level standing at $91,457. This is extremely high nationally and compares to levels of $76,315 and $90,024 across Australian Capital Territory respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $82,203 (median) and $97,877 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Reid SA2 is $8,467 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The reid sa2's disposable income is $8,467 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Reid shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,203 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,860 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,259 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Reid SA2 has approximately 1,203 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Reid SA2 stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Reid SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (33.9% of employment), professional & technical (15.4%), and education & training (11.1%). These three sectors alone account for 60.4% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include accommodation & food and health care & social assistance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Reid SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing 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 Reid SA2 is 68.0%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Australian Capital Territory.
The reid sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 15.4% of the local workforce compared to 11.1% across Australian Capital Territory. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The reid sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
Reid 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 | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 61.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 22.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
61.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Reid SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
22.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Reid SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The reid sa2 ranks in the 59th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Reid SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.5%), Postgraduate (23.1%), Advanced Diploma (8.5%).
30.6% of the population in the Reid SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.2% in primary school, 4.0% in secondary school, 15.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
Reid features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 697 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 934 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Reid SA2 had 697 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 34.0% to an estimated 934 households today.
The average household size in the Reid SA2 is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 47.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (40.9%), group households (10.8%), and other household types (0.3%).
Of the 334 family households, couples with children account for 15.2% of all households, couples without children at home 27.4%, and single parent families 4.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the Reid SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 40.9% (versus 25.7% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 47.9% compared to 69.6% in Australian Capital Territory. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Reid SA2 have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Australian Capital Territory average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.8% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 40.9% of all households in the Reid SA2, higher 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 10.8% of households, above the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Reid was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.8% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 81.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Reid was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 20.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 31.7% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Reid, at 36.7% of people, although more residents (55.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.6% of the population, compared to 0.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Reid are English, comprising 25.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.6% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Reid (vs 0.8% across Australian Capital Territory), French at 1.0% (vs 0.5%) and Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
31.7% of the Reid SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
20.2% of the population in the Reid SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
0.7% of the Reid SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
81.9% of the Reid SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Reid features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 46.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 41.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Reid SA2, 31.2% of homes are owned outright, 22.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 46.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 36.4% of dwellings in the Reid SA2 are houses.
In the Reid SA2, 41.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 22.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Reid SA2 stands at 31.2%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Reid SA2 is $2,300, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Reid SA2 is $1,378, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Reid SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Reid SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Reid SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.4% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 18.9% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the Reid SA2 consists of 36.4% detached houses, 22.1% semi-detached dwellings, 41.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Reid consumes approximately 14.0% of median household income ($9,838 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 Reid 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 | 62.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
Around 62.3% of people in the Reid SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the Reid SA2, 3.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Reid SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.2% of the Reid SA2 population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Reid SA2 have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Reid SA2, 62.3% 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 | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,819 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 159 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 36 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 13 public transport stops within the Reid SA2.
The Reid SA2 has 1,819 weekly trips across 36 routes, averaging 259 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 183 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 323 m away and the nearest pharmacy 586 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 13 stops nearby, 1,819 weekly trips, access rating 93 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 48th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 323 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 515 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 586 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 606 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 612 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 633 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 633 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 660 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 697 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.0 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 is 1 long day care centre with 67 places in Reid, about 1.1 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 is lower than average in Reid compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Reid has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Reid reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Reid's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The employment landscape in Reid shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Reid ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Reid features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Reid was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Reid features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Reid 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.
Reid has an estimated 2,069 residents, up 34.0% since the 2021 Census, with 71 projects tracked in the area around Reid.
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 Reid.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 2026. 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 (801051127). 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), infrastructure projects (Apr 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Reid 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 Reid 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.
