Amaroo (ACT)

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

As of May 2026, the population of the suburb of Amaroo (ACT) is estimated at around 5,985, reflecting a decrease of 144 people since the 2021 Census. This decrease represents approximately 2.3% of its previous population of 6,129. The estimation is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses following the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025. The current population density stands at around 2,310 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 54.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

Population projections for Amaroo (ACT) are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and ACT Government's SA2 area projections for years post-2032. According to these projections, the suburb's population is expected to contract by 134 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are anticipated to grow, notably the 65 to 74 age group which is projected to expand by 115 people over this period.

The level of residential development activity in Amaroo is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Amaroo has seen no residential development approvals since 2017. This indicates a mature suburb with limited land available for new construction. For buyers, this scarcity of new housing stock typically supports property values and increases competition among existing homes.

Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Amaroo has significantly less development activity. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. Nationally, Amaroo's level of development is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Stable or declining population forecasts suggest that Amaroo may experience less housing pressure in the future, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Amaroo has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones include Gungahlin Tennis Facility (Amaroo Tennis Centre), Amaroo Village Development - Block 9 Section 111, Gold Creek Homestead Precinct, and Jacka Local Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Amaroo demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Amaroo has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 0.7% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, there are 3,564 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Amaroo is higher at 76.7%, compared to ACT's 70.5%. A low 12.9% of residents work from home, considering potential Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Leading employment industries include public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. Amaroo has a particular specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 9.3% of Amaroo's workforce compared to ACT's 11.7%. The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 0.7%, while labour force grew by 1.0%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points in Amaroo. In contrast, ACT saw employment rise by 0.9%, labour force grow by 1.2%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Amaroo. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Amaroo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Amaroo had a median taxpayer income of $67,228 and an average of $76,926 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Nationally, this is high, contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981. By March 2026, based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44%, estimated incomes would be approximately $74,247 (median) and $84,957 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Amaroo rank highly nationally, between the 91st and 94th percentiles. Income analysis shows that 31.7% of locals (1,897 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income category, mirroring the metropolitan region where 34.3% occupy this bracket. Higher earners make up a substantial presence with 45.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. Housing accounts for 13.6% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 94th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Amaroo is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Amaroo, as per the latest Census, consisted of 78.5% houses and 21.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Australian Capital Territory's 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Amaroo was at 22.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (49.6%) or rented (28.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,158, above the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $460, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Amaroo's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Amaroo features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.0% of all households, including 47.6% couples with children, 22.2% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.0%, with lone person households at 16.9% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Amaroo demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

In Amaroo Trail regional benchmarks, 38.5% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to the SA4 region's 46.8%. This difference suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding them - advanced diplomas account for 12.0% and certificates for 17.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Amaroo has 26 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 48 different routes, providing a total of 2,951 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents' homes to the nearest transport stop is 216 meters, indicating good accessibility. Most residents commute outwards from Amaroo, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 88%. Bus usage stands at 5%, and vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12.9% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes is an average of 421 trips per day, equating to approximately 113 weekly trips per individual stop.

Amaroo's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Amaroo's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The level of common health conditions among Amaroo residents is somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Private health cover is very high in Amaroo, with approximately 58% of the total population (~3,446 people) having it, compared to 62.4% across Australian Capital Territory. The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.8 and 8.8% of residents respectively. 71.2% of Amaroo residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among the working-age population in Amaroo are broadly typical. The area has 10.7% of residents aged 65 and over (640 people), which is lower than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Amaroo was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Amaroo's population showed greater cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 26.4% born overseas and 24.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Amaroo, making up 47.8% of its population. Hinduism was overrepresented compared to regional figures, comprising 5.4% versus 4.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.9%), English (22.5%), and Other (11.2%). Notably, Croatian (1.7%) Spanish (0.7%) and Korean (0.8%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.9%, 0.5% and 0.6% respectively.

Amaroo's population is younger than the national pattern

Amaroo's median age is nearly 36 years, close to the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 but younger than Australia's average of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Amaroo has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (16.3%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.2%). Between the 2021 Census and the latest data, the proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 increased from 9.2% to 11.4%, while those aged 65 to 74 rose from 5.2% to 6.5%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 5 to 14 decreased from 16.5% to 14.8%, and the proportion of those aged 0 to 4 dropped from 6.1% to 5.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Amaroo. The 65 to 74 age group is projected to grow by 24%, adding 92 residents to reach a total of 482. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 69% of the population growth, highlighting aging trends. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 0 to 4 and 15 to 24 age cohorts.