Area profile · Australian Capital Territory
Weetangera has an estimated 2,879 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 35 projects tracked in the area around Weetangera.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Weetangera Statistical Area (Lv2), located 8.0 kilometres west-northwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 2,879 as of Aug 2026. This compares with 2,795 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 84 people (3.0%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,848 as of June 2025 and 34 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its residents include a high proportion of teenagers, middle-aged and elderly people, while families and couples with children make up a large part of the community.
Set within the Australian Capital Territory, Weetangera is known for its relaxed lifestyle, parks, family recreation facilities, schools and educational institutions. Green spaces and trails support outdoor activity, while local shopping centres provide access to essential services and retail. Its varied homes, hills and open spaces contribute to the area's character. Population patterns indicate moderate expansion, and the community is among the country's more affluent and well-educated areas.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Weetangera Statistical Area (Lv2), located 8.0 kilometres west-northwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 2,879 as of Aug 2026. This compares with 2,795 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 84 people (3.0%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,848 as of June 2025 and 34 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its residents include a high proportion of teenagers, middle-aged and elderly people, while families and couples with children make up a large part of the community.
Set within the Australian Capital Territory, Weetangera is known for its relaxed lifestyle, parks, family recreation facilities, schools and educational institutions. Green spaces and trails support outdoor activity, while local shopping centres provide access to essential services and retail. Its varied homes, hills and open spaces contribute to the area's character. Population patterns indicate moderate expansion, and the community is among the country's more affluent and well-educated areas.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,754 in 2001 and 2,848 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,879 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 16.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 41.9%.
Weetangera 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
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
AreaSearch tracks 35 projects in and around Weetangera, 7 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.
The ACT Government is progressing planning for the expansion and modernisation of the Belconnen Basketball Stadium. The project encompasses additional indoor multi-sport courts, upgraded spectator seating, enhanced accessibility features, and improved administrative and changeroom amenities to meet rising regional community demand.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce, adjacent to the AIS and Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve.
Major mixed-use redevelopment of the former Belconnen Bowling Club site and surrounding land in Belconnen Town Centre. The precinct is planned to deliver apartments, retail, and public open spaces as part of the broader Belconnen Town Centre urban renewal program guided by the Belconnen District Strategy (adopted September 2024).
Belconnen Lakeshore is an ACT Government land release and urban renewal project on the Lake Ginninderra foreshore at Emu Inlet. Guided by the Belconnen Town Centre Place Design Brief, the project will transform four waterfront sites including the Circus Sites Precinct and the former Water Police site into a mixed use precinct with new public waterfront…
The New Northside Hospital is a landmark $1+ billion health infrastructure project delivering a modern acute hospital campus to replace aging facilities at North Canberra Hospital in Bruce.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 5, 2027 2, 2028 7, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 4. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Weetangera over the period covered (about 1.9 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 4 tracked applications: 2 approved, 1 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.9 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 13 | ABS building approvals | 24th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.9 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.9 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Weetangera SA2 include: West Belconnen Health Centre (Planning); Belconnen Town Centre Master Plan & District Strategy (Planning); Belconnen Town Centre East Precinct (Planning); Belconnen Lakeshore - Connected Waterfront Precinct (Planning); and Belconnen Mixed-Use Towers (Proposed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Weetangera SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Health & Medical, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Weetangera SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 18th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Weetangera compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Weetangera SA2 area has seen 23 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Weetangera SA2's current population of 2,879 has been supported by 13 approvals on average over recent years.
The Weetangera SA2 has seen 4.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 9.2 approvals in Australian Capital Territory. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 363 people in the Weetangera SA2, compared to one for every 147 in Australian Capital Territory.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Weetangera SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 13, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Weetangera SA2 has grown by approximately 100 people, while 63 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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 Weetangera reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,879 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,819 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | 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 | 2,795 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 84 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.58 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Weetangera SA2 was estimated to be approximately 2,879 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,848 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The weetangera sa2 has added approximately 84 people and shown a 3.01% increase from the 2,795 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Weetangera SA2 is estimated at 1,822 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Weetangera SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Weetangera SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (87.5%), Natural increase (12.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 87.5% of overall population gains.
Weetangera's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.9% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Weetangera SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Weetangera is 6 years older than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Weetangera SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 16.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Weetangera SA2 compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Weetangera SA2 show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 1.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.4% vs 5.1%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.0% vs 17.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.4% of the population in the Weetangera SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.0% of the population in the Weetangera 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) | $84,579 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $103,039 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,349 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,332 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 54.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,730 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 6.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Weetangera SA2 is approximately $90,516. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $84,579.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Weetangera SA2 is approximately $110,272. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $103,039.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Weetangera SA2 is approximately $90,516 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,579 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Weetangera SA2 is approximately $110,272 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $103,039 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Weetangera SA2's households (~41.9% / 390 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Weetangera SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 41.9% 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 Weetangera SA2 is $3,349/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Weetangera SA2 is $3,730/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Weetangera SA2 is $1,332/wk.
The Weetangera SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $84,579 and an average of $103,039 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Australian Capital Territory's median income of $76,315 and average income of $90,024. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $90,516 (median) and $110,272 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Weetangera SA2 is $13,266 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The weetangera sa2's disposable income is $13,266 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Weetangera demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 27% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,497 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,218 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,538 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Weetangera SA2 has approximately 1,497 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Weetangera SA2 stands at 2.7%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Weetangera SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (28.3% of employment), professional & technical (13.7%), and education & training (13.7%). These three sectors alone account for 55.7% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Weetangera 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 Weetangera SA2 is 65.7%, 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 weetangera sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.6% across Australian Capital Territory. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The weetangera sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
Weetangera shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 19.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 56.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 7.4% | 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 | 25.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
56.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Weetangera SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
25.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Weetangera SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The weetangera sa2 ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Weetangera SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (29.3%), Postgraduate (19.4%), Certificate (10.2%).
32.2% of the population in the Weetangera SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.9% in primary school, 10.2% in secondary school, 7.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Weetangera SA2 is 1115, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the Weetangera SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 412 students.
The weetangera sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Weetangera features high concentrations of couples with 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 42.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 930 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 958 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Weetangera SA2 had 930 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.0% to an estimated 958 households today.
The average household size in the Weetangera SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.4%), group households (2.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 753 family households, couples with children account for 42.7% of all households, couples without children at home 29.9%, and single parent families 7.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the Weetangera SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.0% (versus 69.6% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.4% 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 Weetangera SA2 have an average of 1.7 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 58.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.5% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 16.4% of all households in the Weetangera 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 2.6% of households, below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Weetangera was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 81.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Weetangera was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.3% of its population born overseas and 18.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Weetangera, at 42.0% of people, although more residents (49.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 40.7% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Weetangera are English, comprising 27.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Vietnamese is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Weetangera (vs 1.0% across Australian Capital Territory), Scottish at 8.8% (vs 7.3%) and Russian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
24.3% of the Weetangera SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
18.2% of the population in the Weetangera SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
0.5% of the Weetangera SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
90.2% of the Weetangera SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Weetangera 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 | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 48.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 14.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 5th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Weetangera SA2, 48.0% of homes are owned outright, 37.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.7% of dwellings in the Weetangera SA2 are houses.
In the Weetangera SA2, 2.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Weetangera SA2 stands at 48.0%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Weetangera SA2 is $2,500, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Weetangera SA2 is $1,246, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Weetangera SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 17.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 14.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Weetangera SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Weetangera SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 17.2% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 14.6% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the Weetangera SA2 consists of 91.7% detached houses, 5.9% semi-detached dwellings, 2.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Weetangera consumes approximately 8.6% of median household income ($14,501 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Weetangera show attached dwellings contributing 91% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 9% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Weetangera's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Around 69.5% of people in the Weetangera SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the Weetangera SA2, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the Weetangera SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the Weetangera SA2 population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the Weetangera SA2 have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Weetangera SA2, 69.5% 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 | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,074 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 180 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 50 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 16 public transport stops within the Weetangera SA2.
The Weetangera SA2 has 3,074 weekly trips across 50 routes, averaging 439 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 194 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 504 m away and the nearest school 528 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 16 stops nearby, 3,074 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 54th percentile nationally |
| Nearest dentist | 480 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 504 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 528 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 767 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 792 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 872 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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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 Weetangera compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Weetangera has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Weetangera reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Weetangera's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment conditions in Weetangera demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 27% of areas assessed nationally.
Weetangera shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Weetangera features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Weetangera was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Weetangera is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Weetangera's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts.
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.
Weetangera has an estimated 2,879 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 35 projects tracked in the area around Weetangera.
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 Weetangera.
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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 (801011026). 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 Weetangera 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 Weetangera 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.
