Chifley (ACT)

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Sales ActivityProperty Sales Trends in Chifley (ACT)

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Chifley (ACT)

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Chifley (ACT) has an estimated 2,785 residents, up from 2,680 at the 2021 Census — a change of 105 people, or 3.9%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. That puts 1,752 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.

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According to ABS population adjustments for the wider region alongside recent residential addresses confirmed by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Chifley (ACT) has a residency of approximately 2,785 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 105 people (3.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 2,680 residents. The shift is calculated from the estimated population of 2,785, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP publication (June 2025) combined with 44 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size results in a density of 1,751 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure observed across domestic areas examined by AreaSearch.

In recent times, the local population gains were mostly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 86.0% of the overall growth. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic projections for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for any years beyond 2032, age group growth rates are sourced from the ACT Government's SA2 projections using a 2022 baseline. Looking at future demographic trends, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the suburb of Chifley (ACT) expected to lose 124 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within specific age cohorts, led by the group aged 85 and over, which is projected to grow by 31 people. Refer to the age section for further details.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the suburb of Chifley?
Total population for the suburb of Chifley was estimated to be approximately 2,785 as at May 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,785 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the suburb of Chifley changed since 2021?
The suburb of chifley has added approximately 105 people and shown a 3.92% increase from the 2,680 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the suburb of Chifley?
The population density in the suburb of Chifley is estimated at 1,751 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the suburb of Chifley?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Chifley has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.9% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the suburb of Chifley?
Population growth in the suburb of Chifley is driven by: Overseas migration (86.0%), Natural increase (14.000000000000002%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 86.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Chifley (ACT)

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71 new dwellings have been approved in Chifley (ACT) over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 5.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.

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An evaluation of ABS building approval records by AreaSearch, distributed from broader statistical zones, reveals that Chifley has averaged approximately 14 new home approvals annually. This includes an estimated 71 residences approved during the latest 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 9 so far during FY-26. The area gained an average of 2 new residents per year for each built home over the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating healthy demand that reinforces residential values. Newly built properties carry an average construction value of $547,000, showing a focus by developers on high-end, premium projects.

Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, construction activity in Chifley is significantly lower, tracking 67.0% below the regional per capita average. This undersupply of fresh housing inventory generally bolsters demand and valuation metrics for pre-existing properties. Recent residential approvals comprise 62.0% standalone houses and 38.0% medium to high-density options, with a broadening array of townhouses and apartments offering varied price points, spanning from family houses to compact, economical alternatives. With approximately 289 people per approval, Chifley stands as a low density locale. Faced with stable or contracting population projections, Chifley could see reduced pressure on housing availability, creating advantageous conditions for prospective purchasers.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the suburb of Chifley recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the suburb of Chifley area has seen 19 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Chifley's current population of 2,785 has been supported by 14 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the suburb of Chifley's development activity compare to the broader region?
The suburb of Chifley has seen 0.54 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.97 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 288 people in the suburb of Chifley, compared to one for every 141 in the broader region.
Is the suburb of Chifley keeping up with housing demand?
Population forecasts suggest stable or declining population, reducing pressure on housing supply in the the suburb of Chifley area.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the suburb of Chifley?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Chifley's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 14, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the suburb of Chifley?
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Chifley has grown by approximately 362 people, while 71 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the suburb of Chifley?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 14 approvals per year and a population of 2,785, stable population forecasts suggest a mature market with selective development opportunities.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Chifley (ACT)

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AreaSearch tracks 38 current infrastructure and development projects close to Chifley (ACT), worth an estimated $6.03 billion. 7 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.

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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives represent key drivers of local performance. A total of 13 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to influence the area. Principal developments include the Woden Town Square Precinct Redevelopment, Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip), Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip), and the Woden Community Services Hub, with the listing below outlining the most relevant projects.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Chifley?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Chifley include: Woden Town Square Precinct Redevelopment (Construction); Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip) (Construction); Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip) (Construction); Woden Community Services Hub (Planning); and Woden Town Centre Public Realm Upgrades (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the suburb of Chifley?
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Chifley spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the suburb of Chifley?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $4.7 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Chifley vicinity.
How does the suburb of Chifley's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Chifley demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
Woden Community Services Hub
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2028
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A new four-storey facility in Woden Town Centre that will centralise community and government services under one roof, bringing together services currently operating from multiple buildings in the region. It will include child and family services, meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall, and workshop spaces. Construction is expected to commence in 2026-27.

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Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip)
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A premium 18-storey residential tower offering 212 apartments with rooftop amenities, ground-floor retail and direct connection to the redeveloped Woden Town Square.

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Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip)
Category: Communities
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A landmark 20-storey mixed-use residential tower comprising 188 luxury apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space, located directly opposite Westfield Woden in the Phillip town centre. Developed by Zapari, the project forms part of the broader high-rise transformation of the Woden Town Centre precinct.

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Woden Pool Project (Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre Redevelopment)
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Dev. Approval | Est. Comp: 2028
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Staged redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre site in Woden by Geocon. Stage one, approved by the ACT Territory Planning Authority on 16 December 2025, comprises two 13-storey residential towers with 286 apartments above a new public aquatic centre featuring a 25-metre, eight-lane indoor lap pool, warm water program pool, splash pad, learn-to-swim and toddler areas, cafe, and steam and sauna facilities. The existing outdoor 50-metre pool and the ice-skating rink will remain operational during stage one construction, with their future considered in later stages.Geocon intends to eventually deliver around 696 to 700 apartments across five buildings in three stages on the 1.29 hectare site. Minor structural amendments to the approved stage one design remain under assessment.

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Woden Pool Redevelopment
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Dev. Approval | Est. Comp: 2028
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Mixed-use redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice Skating Centre (Woden Pool) comprising a new public indoor aquatic centre with 25m lap pool, learn-to-swim pool, leisure and toddler pools, splash pad, sauna, steam room and cafe, together with two residential towers containing 286 apartments in Stage 1. The broader masterplanned redevelopment is proposed to ultimately deliver around 696 dwellings across three stages.

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Woden Town Centre Public Realm Upgrades
Category: Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2026
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ACT Government public realm improvements to Woden Town Square and surrounding streets in Phillip, delivered in stages as part of the broader Woden renewal program. Works include new landscaping and tree planting, street furniture, wayfinding signage, improved pedestrian connectivity and active travel links around the CIT Woden Campus and town centre. The initial Woden Experiment placemaking activation (2019) informed subsequent permanent upgrades. The new Woden Public Transport Interchange became operational in April 2026, completing the active travel connectivity precinct.

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Canberra Hospital Master Plan
Category: Health & Medical
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2041
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A 20-year strategic transformation (2021-2041) of the Canberra Hospital campus to modernize clinical facilities and improve campus integration. Following the 2024 completion of the $640 million Critical Services Building (Building 5), current works focus on the demolition of Buildings 6 and 23 to facilitate the new Pathology and Clinical Support Building. The plan ultimately organizes the campus into seven distinct clinical precincts, including new inpatient buildings and expanded parking infrastructure to support long-term regional health demand.

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Woden Bus Depot and Transport Interchange
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2026
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The Woden Bus Depot and Transport Interchange are fully completed and operational as of April 2026. The new interchange on Callam Street serves over 10,000 Canberrans daily with 10 platforms, improved amenities, and future-proofed light rail capabilities. The Woden Bus Depot is Australia's largest electric bus depot, featuring charging infrastructure for up to 100 zero-emission buses alongside modern maintenance facilities.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Chifley (ACT)

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1,549 residents of Chifley (ACT) are employed, from a labour force of 1,610. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 68.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,126, about 76% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.

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Chifley has a highly qualified local workforce, with strong representation in essential service fields, a jobless rate of just 3.8%, and stable employment levels over the prior year, based on AreaSearch compilations of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,549 residents in employment, representing an unemployment rate 0.3% below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is slightly lower than the standard (68.1% compared to 70.8% in the Australian Capital Territory). Census responses indicate a modest 12.9% of the employed workforce worked from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

The primary employment fields for local residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Conversely, education & training is less represented locally, accounting for only 7.3% of Chifley's workforce compared to 9.6% across the Australian Capital Territory. This predominantly residential district offers minimal local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of Census jobs located in the area against the resident working population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regional divisions, during the year ending March 2026, local employment grew by 0.1% and the overall labor force grew by 1.1%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment growth of 0.3%, a labor force expansion of 1.1%, and an unemployment rise of 0.7 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide context on potential future demand in Chifley. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate employment trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific projections to Chifley's occupational mix suggests local employment is on track to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).

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What is the employment situation in the suburb of Chifley?
As of March 2026, the suburb of Chifley has approximately 1,549 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.8%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
How does the suburb of Chifley's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Chifley stands at 3.8%, which is broadly in line with Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the suburb of Chifley?
The employment landscape in the suburb of Chifley is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (30.6% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.9%), and professional & technical (11.6%). These three sectors alone account for 56.1% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
How has employment changed recently in the suburb of Chifley?
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Chifley has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Australian Capital Territory saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the suburb of Chifley?
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Chifley is 68.1%, 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 70.8%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the suburb of Chifley's employment market?
The suburb of chifley shows notable specialization in health care & social assistance, which employs 13.9% of the local workforce compared to 11.7% regionally. This moderate specialization indicates some local strength in the sector.
What are the employment growth prospects for the suburb of Chifley?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the suburb of Chifley's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over the next five years and 13.5% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the suburb of Chifley compare nationally?
The suburb of chifley'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 18.9% decline, ranking 37.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the suburb of Chifley?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the suburb of Chifley, with skilled sectors accounting for 35.5% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (13.9%), professional & technical (11.6%), and education & training (7.3%). With projected employment growth of 6.6% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Chifley (ACT)

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Median household income in Chifley (ACT) is $2,347 a week (about $122,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,191 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,273 a year against an average of $80,270. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.

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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Chifley earn a median income of $64,273, with an average of $80,270. This ranks very high on a national scale, comparing to a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981 in the Australian Capital Territory. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $70,983 (median) and $88,650 (average) as of March 2026. Under 2021 Census metrics, household, family, and personal incomes in Chifley are high, ranking between the 85th and 90th percentiles nationwide.

The statistics indicate the largest group consists of 30.8% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (857 residents), resembling the surrounding territory where 34.3% fall into this bracket. High-income earners are prominent, with 38.1% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to substantial purchasing power. Housing costs consume 14.5% of income, while solid earnings place residents in the 86th percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income score falls within the 9th decile.

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What is the median taxable income in the suburb of Chifley?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Chifley is approximately $70,983. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $64,273.
What is the average taxable income in the suburb of Chifley?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Chifley is approximately $88,650. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $80,270.
How does the median taxable income in the suburb of Chifley compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Chifley is approximately $70,983 compared to $79,744 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $64,273 and $72,206 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the suburb of Chifley compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Chifley is approximately $88,650 compared to $94,957 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $80,270 and $85,981 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the suburb of Chifley according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~30.8% / 857 persons) of the suburb of Chifley's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the suburb of Chifley compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Chifley is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.8% of the population. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 34.3% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the suburb of Chifley according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Chifley is $2,347/wk.
What is the median family income in the suburb of Chifley according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Chifley is $2,940/wk.
What is the median personal income in the suburb of Chifley according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Chifley is $1,191/wk.
How does the suburb of Chifley's income rank nationally?
The suburb of Chifley's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Chifley's median income among taxpayers is $64,273 and the average income stands at $80,270, which compares to figures for Australian Capital Territory's of $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $70,983 (median) and $88,650 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the suburb of Chifley?
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Chifley is $8,700 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the suburb of Chifley's disposable income compare to the region?
The suburb of chifley's disposable income is $8,700 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Chifley (ACT)

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Chifley (ACT) had 1,059 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 6% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,383 a month, a total housing cost higher than 78% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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The mix of housing in Chifley at the time of the latest Census consisted of 67.7% houses and 32.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings throughout the Australian Capital Territory. At the same time, the rate of outright home ownership in Chifley stood at 32.3%, well ahead of the Australian Capital Territory average, with the remaining houses being mortgaged (35.2%) or rented (32.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,383, which is considerably higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $450, matching the Australian Capital Territory median of $450.

Nationally, Chifley's mortgage repayments are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while rent costs are substantially above the national average of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the suburb of Chifley?
In the suburb of Chifley, 32.3% of homes are owned outright, 35.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 32.4% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Chifley are houses?
According to the latest data, 67.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Chifley are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Chifley are apartments or units?
In the suburb of Chifley, 5.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 26.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Chifley?
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Chifley stands at 32.3%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Chifley?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Chifley is $2,383, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the median weekly rent in the suburb of Chifley?
The median weekly rent in the suburb of Chifley is $450, compared to $450 in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the suburb of Chifley?
In the suburb of Chifley, 7.4% of rentals are $0-149/week, 21.7% are $150-349/week, 52.8% are $350-649/week, 17.2% are $650-949/week, and 0.9% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the suburb of Chifley?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Chifley is $1,470, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the suburb of Chifley?
In the suburb of Chifley, households with mortgages typically spend 23.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.2% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the suburb of Chifley?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Chifley is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the suburb of Chifley compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the suburb of Chifley shows mortgage holders spending 23.4% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% regionally), while renters spend 19.2% of income on rent (vs 19.0% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the suburb of Chifley?
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Chifley consists of 67.7% detached houses, 26.6% semi-detached dwellings, 5.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the suburb of Chifley?
Factoring in the ownership distribution, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,470. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,383/month, and renters paying $1,948/month.
How affordable is housing in the suburb of Chifley relative to local incomes?
Housing in Chifley consumes approximately 14.5% of median household income ($10,163 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the suburb of Chifley?
Recent development applications in Chifley show attached dwellings contributing 40% of approvals compared to 32% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 60% of applications versus 68% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Chifley (ACT)

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Chifley (ACT) counted 1,059 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Families make up the majority of households at 64.2%, consisting of 28.1% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 8.7% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 35.8%, with single-person homes at 30.7% and group households making up 4.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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How many households are in the suburb of Chifley?
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Chifley had 1,059 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.9% to an estimated 1,100 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the suburb of Chifley is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 64.2% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (30.7%), group households (4.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 679 family households, 28.1% are couples with children, 25.6% are couples without children at home, and 8.7% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the suburb of Chifley compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the suburb of Chifley shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.2% compared to the regional 69.6%. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the suburb of Chifley have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Australian Capital Territory average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the suburb of Chifley?
Marriage patterns reveal 46.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.4% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 30.7% of all households in the suburb of Chifley, similar to the regional average of 25.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.7% of households, well below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Chifley (ACT)

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52.2% of adults in Chifley (ACT) hold a university qualification, including 29.5% with a bachelor degree and 16.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 12.1% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.

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Academic credentials in Chifley are notably higher than wider averages, with 52.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 46.8% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 29.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.5%) and graduate diplomas (6.2%). Vocational education represents 22.9% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (12.1%). School and university enrollment is high, with 28.9% of residents currently undertaking formal education.

This comprises 8.1% in primary school, 7.9% in tertiary study, and 5.9% attending high school.

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What percentage of people in the suburb of Chifley have university qualifications?
52.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Chifley have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the suburb of Chifley have no formal qualifications?
24.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Chifley have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% regionally.
How does the suburb of Chifley's education level compare to national averages?
The suburb of chifley ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the suburb of Chifley?
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Chifley are: Bachelor Degree (29.5%), Postgraduate (16.5%), Certificate (12.1%).
What proportion of the suburb of Chifley's population is currently attending educational institutions?
28.9% of the population in the suburb of Chifley is currently engaged in formal education, with 8.1% in primary school, 5.9% in secondary school, 7.9% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the suburb of Chifley?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Chifley is 0, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Chifley (ACT)

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Chifley (ACT)

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Public transport in Chifley (ACT) reaches 10 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 750 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.

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Public transport data shows 10 active transit stops operating in Chifley, consisting of bus services. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 750 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 223 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute to external employment hubs, with cars remaining the primary travel mode at 82%, followed by buses at 8% and walking at 5%. Households average 1.2 vehicles. A relatively low 12.9% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.

Service frequency averages 107 daily trips across all routes, which translates to roughly 75 weekly trips per transit stop.

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How many public transport stops are in Chifley (ACT)?
There are 10 public transport stops within the suburb of Chifley.
How frequent are the transport services in Chifley (ACT)?
the suburb of Chifley has 750 weekly trips across 9 routes, averaging 107 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Chifley (ACT)?
On average, residential properties are 223 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Chifley (ACT)

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70.7% of residents in Chifley (ACT) report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.

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Chifley shows favorable health trends based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, with common conditions showing low prevalence among the general population and aligning closer to national averages in older, high-risk groups. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 59% of the population (1,640 people), compared to 62.4% across the Australian Capital Territory. The most prevalent medical diagnoses in the locality were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 8.6 and 7.6% of residents, respectively, while 70.7% reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 70.2% in the Australian Capital Territory.

Working-age residents are generally healthy with a low incidence of chronic illnesses. The area has 16.5% of its population aged 65 and older (459 people), which exceeds the 14.3% rate across the Australian Capital Territory. Health profiles for senior citizens are above average, though they rank lower nationally than the younger cohorts in the area.

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How many people in the suburb of Chifley have private health insurance?
Around 58.9% of people in the suburb of Chifley are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.4% in the broader region of Australian Capital Territory.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the suburb of Chifley?
In the suburb of Chifley, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the suburb of Chifley?
7.2% of people in the suburb of Chifley are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the suburb of Chifley?
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the the suburb of Chifley population, while in the surrounding region, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the suburb of Chifley?
3.1% of people in the suburb of Chifley have heart disease. Across the region of Australian Capital Territory, 2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the suburb of Chifley compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the suburb of Chifley, 58.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Australian Capital Territory sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 62.4%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Chifley (ACT)

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30.9% of Chifley (ACT) residents were born overseas and 26.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.6%) and Australian (20.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Chifley exhibits a higher degree of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 30.9% of its residents born abroad and 26.5% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 40.0% of the local population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which accounts for 8.1% of residents compared to 4.8% across the broader Australian Capital Territory. Regarding family heritage (parental birthplaces), the three largest groups in Chifley are English at 23.6%, Australian at 20.8%, and Other at 14.3%. In addition, there are distinct variations in other backgrounds: Spanish ancestry is overrepresented at 0.8% of Chifley (compared to 0.5% in the region), Serbian is at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Croatian is at 0.9% (compared to 0.9%).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Chifley?
Chifley was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 30.9% of its population born overseas and 26.5% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the suburb of Chifley?
The main religion in Chifley was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.0% of people in Chifley. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 8.1% of the population, compared to 4.8% across Australian Capital Territory.
What are the top countries of origin in the suburb of Chifley?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Chifley are English, comprising 23.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Chifley (vs 0.5% regionally), Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.9%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
30.9% of the the suburb of Chifley population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% regionally.
What percentage of the the suburb of Chifley population speaks a language other than English at home?
26.5% of the population in the suburb of Chifley speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in the wider region.
How many people in the suburb of Chifley identify as Australian Aboriginal?
1.2% of the the suburb of Chifley population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the suburb of Chifley?
83.6% of the the suburb of Chifley population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Chifley (ACT)

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The median resident of Chifley (ACT) is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.

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With a median age of 36 years, Chifley is close to the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 years and slightly younger than the Australian average of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Chifley has a higher proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (17.3%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (9.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 15.2% to 17.3% of the population, while those aged 85+ grew from 2.0% to 3.2%. By contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 12.3% to 10.2% and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 10.6% to 9.5%.

Demographic projections for 2041 suggest notable shifts for Chifley, with the 65 to 74 group showing the strongest projected increase of 16%, adding 35 residents to total 256. Seniors aged 65 and over will account for 82% of the population growth, highlighting local aging trends. Conversely, contractions are projected for the 0 to 4 and 15 to 24 age groups.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the suburb of Chifley?
According to the latest data, the median age in the suburb of Chifley is 36 years.
How does the suburb of Chifley's median age compare to broader areas?
At 36 years, Chifley is comparable to the Australian Capital Territory average (35 years) yet 2 years younger than the national average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the suburb of Chifley?
The most over-represented age group in the suburb of Chifley compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 17.3% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the suburb of Chifley?
The most under-represented age group in the suburb of Chifley compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.5% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Chifley show significant variance compared to the Australian Capital Territory region. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.2% vs 1.8%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the suburb of Chifley?
The percentage of children aged 0-14 years in the suburb of Chifley is 15.5%.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the suburb of Chifley?
The percentage of people aged 65 and over in the suburb of Chifley is 16.5%.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chifley (ACT)

Data currency Refreshed

9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.

Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.

The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section

Section Source & update cycle Currency
Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections
Population ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline.
Age profile ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate.
Development & approvals ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures
Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here
Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026.
Employment ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census.
Education ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures
Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections
Income ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail.
Health ABS, ATO Annual 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current.
Housing ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures
Households ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures
Cultural diversity ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures

"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.

How the numbers are built

Population

The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 44 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,680 at the 2021 Census → 2,785 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.

Age profile

Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".

Property sales

Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.

Rents

Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.

Development & infrastructure

Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.

Employment & income

Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.

Education, transport & amenities

School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.

Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.

Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.

Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL80036). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

How do Chifley (ACT) suburb boundaries differ from Statistical Areas?
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census/statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
Where does the data on this Chifley (ACT) page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, 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.
Is the Chifley (ACT) data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Jun 2026), property sales & rents (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (May 2026) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to May 2026), age profile (to May 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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