Flynn (ACT)

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Flynn (ACT)

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Flynn (ACT) has an estimated 3,712 residents, up from 3,671 at the 2021 Census — a change of 41 people, or 1.1%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years, slower than 86% of areas nationally. That puts 1,768 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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As of Aug 2026, the population of the suburb of Flynn (ACT) is approximated at 3,712, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS regional demographic releases and newly validated local addresses since the Census. This represents an addition of 41 people (1.1%) relative to the 3,671 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from an estimated resident base of 3,710 derived from the ABS ERP figures published in June 2025, alongside 13 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. Consequently, population density stands at 1,767 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical nationwide benchmark across AreaSearch study locations.

Inward overseas migration served as the principal demographic driver, accounting for roughly 51.0% of all recent population gains. Projections for the suburb of Flynn (ACT) incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 models published in 2024 (using 2022 as their starting baseline), supplemented after 2032 or where gaps exist by ACT Government SA2 age-cohort projections with an identical 2022 baseline. Applying this framework, demographic modelling points toward a downward overall trend, projecting the local population to contract by 439 persons by 2041. In contrast to the overarching decline, certain segments will expand, most notably residents aged 85 and over, which is slated to add 19 people. More specifics are outlined in the age section.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the suburb of Flynn?
Total population for the suburb of Flynn was estimated to be approximately 3,712 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,710 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the suburb of Flynn changed since 2021?
The suburb of flynn has added approximately 41 people and shown a 1.12% increase from the 3,671 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the suburb of Flynn?
The population density in the suburb of Flynn is estimated at 1,767 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 Flynn?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Flynn has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the suburb of Flynn?
Population growth in the suburb of Flynn is driven by: Overseas migration (51.0%), Natural increase (49.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 51.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Flynn (ACT)

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32 new dwellings have been approved in Flynn (ACT) over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, 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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Examining ABS building approval figures aggregated across statistical zones, AreaSearch identifies an annual approval rate of roughly 6 residential properties in Flynn, accumulating to an estimated 32 homes sanctioned across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 2 permitted during FY-25 to date. An intake rate of 5.2 new residents per year per dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) indicates that residential construction is trailing demand considerably, which typically intensifies purchaser competition and puts upward pressure on prices. Furthermore, new properties feature an average expected construction cost of $273,000—under regional averages—providing more economical product for incoming buyers.

Building activity across Flynn is notably subdued when set against the broader Australian Capital Territory, tracking 74.0% below regional average per person and lower than national levels, signalling both planning restrictions and an established market. Half of recent approvals (50.0%) represent standalone houses while the other 50.0% comprise medium and high-density dwellings. This move toward greater density introduces accessible entry points for first-home buyers, downsizers, and investors. It also marks a departure from the established neighborhood fabric (presently 96.0% detached houses), highlighting scarce land for subdivision alongside shifting household requirements and demand for affordable diversity. A metric of approximately 671 people per approval underscores an established, mature residential setting. With demographic forecasts pointing to a stable or diminishing headcount, reduced pressure on the housing stock could yield advantageous purchasing conditions across Flynn.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the suburb of Flynn recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the suburb of Flynn area has seen 22 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Flynn's current population of 3,712 has been supported by 6 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the suburb of Flynn's development activity compare to the broader region?
The suburb of Flynn has seen 0.16 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.9 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 671 people in the suburb of Flynn, compared to one for every 147 in the broader region.
Is the suburb of Flynn keeping up with housing demand?
Population forecasts suggest stable or declining population, reducing pressure on housing supply in the the suburb of Flynn area.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the suburb of Flynn?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Flynn's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 6, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the suburb of Flynn?
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Flynn has grown by approximately 55 people, while 32 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the suburb of Flynn?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 6 approvals per year and a population of 3,712, stable population forecasts suggest a mature market with selective development opportunities.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Flynn (ACT)

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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Flynn (ACT), worth an estimated $4.5 billion. A further 5 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11 billion. 5 are already under construction and 2 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. 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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Local economic and property performance is heavily influenced by major infrastructure investments and urban planning initiatives. AreaSearch has pinpointed 1 key development expected to influence the district. Prominent projects in the vicinity include Ginninderry Masterplanned Community - Strathnairn & Macnamara, Ginninderry Estate - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Stages 1-7+), Kippax Fair Expansion and Redevelopment, and Macnamara Residential Estate, with relevant specifics detailed in the project register.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Flynn?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Flynn include: Ginninderry Masterplanned Community - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Construction); Ginninderry Estate - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Stages 1-7+) (Construction); Kippax Fair Expansion and Redevelopment (Dev. Application); Macnamara Residential Estate (Construction); and New Northside Hospital (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the suburb of Flynn?
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Flynn spans multiple sectors including Communities, Health & Medical, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the suburb of Flynn?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $12.0 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Flynn vicinity.
How does the suburb of Flynn's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
The suburb of Flynn shows moderate infrastructure development relative to national averages, with opportunities for future growth and investment.
Ginninderry Masterplanned Community - Strathnairn & Macnamara
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Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2055
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Ginninderry is a cross-border masterplanned community in West Belconnen delivered by the ACT Government and Riverview Group joint venture. Planned to accommodate 30,000 residents across approximately 11,500 dwellings over a 37-year period, the project spans the ACT and NSW border. The first suburb, Strathnairn, is substantially developed with over 2,700 residents as of early 2025. The second suburb, Macnamara, is actively under development with approximately 300-400 lots released annually. Key recent milestones include the opening of Strathnairn School (programmed for the 2026 school year), multi-unit site releases in Strathnairn Village adjacent to the future retail centre, and ongoing single residential lot releases.The community is forecast to reach approximately 5,000 residents by 2028. The project incorporates a 6 Star Green Star sustainability rating, conservation corridor management along the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek, and the SPARK employment program.

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Macgregor Primary School Expansion & Modernisation
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Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Major upgrade and expansion of Macgregor Primary School at Hirschfeld Crescent, Macgregor ACT, delivering new learning hubs, additional classrooms, and improved playground facilities. The project is driven by growing enrolments from adjacent new residential developments including The Valley Ponds and the broader Ginninderry estate. The ACT Education Directorate and Infrastructure Canberra are delivering the works, with completion targeted for 2026.

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The Valley Ponds - Stage 3 & Future Stages
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Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Final residential stages of the established Macgregor suburb in Belconnen, delivering over 400 new homes in The Valley Ponds precinct. The estate is adjacent to Ginninderra Creek and the future Ginninderry conservation corridor and pond network, offering a mix of block sizes with connections to open space and green corridors.

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Ginninderry Estate - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Stages 1-7+)
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Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2058
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Canberra's largest master-planned community spanning the ACT-NSW border in West Belconnen, delivering approximately 11,500 dwellings across four suburbs over 30-40 years on a 1,600-hectare site. Over 37% of land is set aside as a conservation corridor along the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek. Two suburbs are underway: Strathnairn (909 occupied dwellings as of early 2025) and Macnamara (13 occupied, 11 under construction). A primary school opens 2026, and the first local shopping centre is targeted for 2027.Certified as a 6-Star Green Star Community.

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Kippax Fair Expansion and Redevelopment
Category: Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Dev. Application | Est. Comp: 2030
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Major redevelopment and expansion of Kippax Fair shopping centre in West Belconnen, delivering a completely new mixed-use precinct across two stages. The project will triple retail floor space, adding a new full-line Coles and expanded Woolworths alongside the existing Aldi. Plans include approximately 180 new dwellings (including 24 affordable and public housing units) built as shop-top housing, 450 underground car parks, a 6,000sqm park, a community hub, skate park, and indoor and outdoor dining. The ACT Government finalised a direct land sale agreement with owners the Christodoulou family in August 2024, with a $12 million community infrastructure commitment.A development application was expected to be publicly notified by mid-2025.

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Macnamara Residential Estate
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Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2035
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Macnamara is the second residential suburb in the Ginninderry Joint Venture, a 6 Star Green Star community on the western edge of Belconnen. Delivered by Suburban Land Agency and Riverview Developments, the suburb will deliver approximately 1,800 homes on land bordering the Ginninderry Conservation Corridor, with views to the Brindabella Mountains. Multiple land stages are actively selling as of 2025-2026, with blocks from 540sqm priced from $615,000. A local retail centre is planned for 2027 (subject to approval) and Strathnairn Early Childhood and Education Centre is partially opening in 2026.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Flynn (ACT)

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1,935 residents of Flynn (ACT) are employed, from a labour force of 2,041. Unemployment sits at 5.2%, with participation at 68.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,825, 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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Flynn features an educated local labour pool concentrated in essential services, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 5.2% and annual employment growth of 0.9%, based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, employed residents totaled 1,935. The area's jobless rate exceeds the 4.1% recorded for the Australian Capital Territory by 1.1%, while local labour participation stands at 68.3%, slightly trailing the wider territory benchmark of 70.6%. Census findings indicate that 13.1% of workers carried out their duties from home, though pandemic-related movement restrictions during that period should be noted. Public administration & safety, education & training, and construction constitute the leading fields of employment for local residents.

The workforce exhibits pronounced specialization in construction, employing 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 8.6% of local jobs compared to 11.1% throughout the Australian Capital Territory. As demonstrated by the disparity between the working population tally and resident totals in the Census, this residential community provides comparatively few jobs within its own borders. According to AreaSearch analysis of combined ABS and SALM regional figures, the 12-month period saw employment expand by 0.9% alongside a 1.0% expansion in the labour pool, preserving a steady unemployment level. Over the same timeframe across the Australian Capital Territory, employment rose by 0.3%, the labour force expanded by 1.1%, and unemployment climbed by 0.7 percentage points. Looking forward, national forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 give indication of future employment trends. Although nationwide employment is modeled to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trajectories vary by industry. Projecting these sector-level expectations onto Flynn's workforce indicates potential local job expansion of 6.2% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (a weighted structural extrapolation that excludes local demographic projections).

Frequently Asked Questions - Employment

What is the employment situation in the suburb of Flynn?
As of March 2026, the suburb of Flynn has approximately 1,935 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.2%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
How does the suburb of Flynn's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Flynn stands at 5.2%, which is 1.1 percentage points above Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the suburb of Flynn?
The employment landscape in the suburb of Flynn is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (28.3% of employment), education & training (11.9%), and construction (10.5%). These three sectors alone account for 50.7% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and professional & technical.
How has employment changed recently in the suburb of Flynn?
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Flynn 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 Flynn?
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Flynn is 68.3%, 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 70.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the suburb of Flynn's employment market?
The suburb of flynn shows notable specialization in construction, which employs 10.5% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the suburb of Flynn?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the suburb of Flynn's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.2% over the next five years and 12.7% 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 Flynn compare nationally?
The suburb of flynn's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 18.9% decline, ranking 37.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the suburb of Flynn?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the suburb of Flynn, with skilled sectors accounting for 32.5% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include education & training (11.9%), health care & social assistance (9.3%), and professional & technical (8.6%). With projected employment growth of 6.2% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Flynn (ACT)

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Median household income in Flynn (ACT) is $2,728 a week (about $142,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,173 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,838 a year against an average of $77,813. 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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Data from the ATO for financial year 2023 at the postcode level confirms that Flynn maintains very strong income levels nationally, recording a median of $68,838 and an average of $77,813, compared to the Australian Capital Territory figures of $72,206 (median) and $85,981 (average). Factoring in a 10.44% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 elevates current March 2026 estimates to roughly $76,025 for the median and $85,937 for the average. The 2021 Census placed local individual, family, and household earnings between the 89th and 94th percentiles nationally.

The largest income bracket contains 31.4% of residents (1,165 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the 34.3% regional benchmark. Furthermore, 45.2% of households generate weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, underscoring solid spending capacity, while households retain 88.2% of income after servicing housing costs, placing the area in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.

Frequently Asked Questions - Income

What is the median taxable income in the suburb of Flynn?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Flynn is approximately $76,025. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $68,838.
What is the average taxable income in the suburb of Flynn?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Flynn is approximately $85,937. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $77,813.
How does the median taxable income in the suburb of Flynn compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Flynn is approximately $76,025 compared to $79,744 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $68,838 and $72,206 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the suburb of Flynn compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Flynn is approximately $85,937 compared to $94,957 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $77,813 and $85,981 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the suburb of Flynn according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~31.4% / 1,165 persons) of the suburb of Flynn's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the suburb of Flynn compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Flynn is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.4% 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 Flynn according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Flynn is $2,728/wk.
What is the median family income in the suburb of Flynn according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Flynn is $2,997/wk.
What is the median personal income in the suburb of Flynn according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Flynn is $1,173/wk.
How does the suburb of Flynn's income rank nationally?
The suburb of Flynn's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Flynn's median income among taxpayers is $68,838 and the average income stands at $77,813, 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 $76,025 (median) and $85,937 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the suburb of Flynn?
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Flynn is $10,424 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the suburb of Flynn's disposable income compare to the region?
The suburb of flynn's disposable income is $10,424 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Flynn (ACT)

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Flynn (ACT) had 1,214 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $481 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 17.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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According to the most recent Census, the local housing landscape was made up of 96.5% separate houses and 3.5% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, attached homes, and other dwelling forms), contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory distribution of 63.3% houses and 36.7% alternative dwellings. Outright home ownership reached 34.9%, substantially higher than territory levels, with remaining properties divided between mortgaged properties (49.6%) and rental accommodation (15.5%). The typical monthly mortgage cost was $2,167 against the Australian Capital Territory figure of $2,080, while median weekly rent was $481 against $450 regionally. Across Australia, Flynn's mortgage payments distinctly outpace the national average of $1,863, with rents also running well above the $375 national benchmark.

Frequently Asked Questions - Housing

What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the suburb of Flynn?
In the suburb of Flynn, 34.9% of homes are owned outright, 49.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.5% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Flynn are houses?
According to the latest data, 96.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Flynn are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Flynn are apartments or units?
In the suburb of Flynn, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Flynn?
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Flynn stands at 34.9%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Flynn?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Flynn is $2,167, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the median weekly rent in the suburb of Flynn?
The median weekly rent in the suburb of Flynn is $481, compared to $450 in Australian Capital Territory.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the suburb of Flynn?
In the suburb of Flynn, 8.6% of rentals are $0-149/week, 21.1% are $150-349/week, 57.3% are $350-649/week, 11.4% are $650-949/week, and 1.6% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the suburb of Flynn?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Flynn is $1,397, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the suburb of Flynn?
In the suburb of Flynn, households with mortgages typically spend 18.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the suburb of Flynn?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Flynn is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the suburb of Flynn compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the suburb of Flynn shows mortgage holders spending 18.3% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% regionally), while renters spend 17.6% of income on rent (vs 19.0% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the suburb of Flynn?
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Flynn consists of 96.5% detached houses, 3.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the suburb of Flynn?
Given the tenure profile of the area, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,398. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,167/month, and renters paying $2,083/month.
How affordable is housing in the suburb of Flynn relative to local incomes?
Housing in Flynn consumes approximately 11.8% of median household income ($11,812 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 Flynn?
Recent development applications in Flynn show attached dwellings contributing 67% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 33% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Flynn (ACT)

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Flynn (ACT) counted 1,214 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 83% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Families constitute 81.1% of households in the area, including couples with children at 41.8%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single parent arrangements at 10.1%. The remaining 18.9% are non-family residences, consisting of single-person households at 15.9% and group arrangements at 3.0%. The median household size stands at 2.9 people, exceeding the Australian Capital Territory median of 2.5.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the suburb of Flynn?
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Flynn had 1,214 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.2% to an estimated 1,228 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the suburb of Flynn is 2.9 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 81.1% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (15.9%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 984 family households, 41.8% are couples with children, 27.9% are couples without children at home, and 10.1% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the suburb of Flynn compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the suburb of Flynn shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.1% (versus 69.6% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.9% compared to the regional 25.7%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the suburb of Flynn 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.
What are the marriage patterns in the suburb of Flynn?
Marriage patterns reveal 52.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.5% 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 15.9% of all households in the suburb of Flynn, notably lower than 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 3.0% 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 Flynn (ACT)

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37.5% of adults in Flynn (ACT) hold a university qualification, including 22.5% with a bachelor degree and 10.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 19.8% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.

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Higher education attainment in Flynn sits below regional figures, as 37.5% of people aged 15+ hold tertiary degrees compared with 46.8% across the broader SA4 region, indicating opportunities for additional skills development. Bachelor degrees make up the largest share at 22.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%. In addition, technical and vocational training is widely held, with 31.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including 19.8% with certificates and 11.4% holding advanced diplomas. Active participation in study is strong, with 31.0% of the population attending an educational institution.

Specifically, 11.3% attend primary school, 8.1% are in secondary school, and 5.9% are engaged in higher education.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the suburb of Flynn have university qualifications?
37.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Flynn have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the suburb of Flynn have no formal qualifications?
31.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Flynn have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% regionally.
How does the suburb of Flynn's education level compare to national averages?
The suburb of flynn 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 Flynn?
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Flynn are: Bachelor Degree (22.5%), Certificate (19.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
What proportion of the suburb of Flynn's population is currently attending educational institutions?
31.0% of the population in the suburb of Flynn is currently engaged in formal education, with 11.3% in primary school, 8.1% in secondary school, 5.9% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the suburb of Flynn?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Flynn is 0, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Flynn (ACT)

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Flynn (ACT)

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Public transport in Flynn (ACT) reaches 20 stops on 61 routes, timetabled for about 4,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 transit infrastructure in Flynn consists of 20 active transport stops catering to bus networks. Across 61 distinct routes, the network delivers 4,427 passenger trips per week. Commuter access is rated as excellent, with homes situated an average of 174 meters from their closest transit point. Because the community is largely residential, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles dominating travel at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars per home, surpassing the regional norm, while 13.1% of workers worked from home in the 2021 Census, subject to potential COVID-19 pandemic effects.

Transit schedules provide an average of 632 journeys each day across all active routes, delivering around 221 trips per week for each individual stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Flynn (ACT)?
There are 20 public transport stops within the suburb of Flynn.
How frequent are the transport services in Flynn (ACT)?
the suburb of Flynn has 4,427 weekly trips across 61 routes, averaging 632 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Flynn (ACT)?
On average, residential properties are 174 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Flynn (ACT)

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67.4% of residents in Flynn (ACT) report no long-term health condition. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.9% 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and illness data point to below-average overall health metrics for Flynn; incidence rates of common conditions align with general trends among the broader population but rise above national norms in older demographics. Meanwhile, private health insurance coverage is extensive, taken up by approximately 58% of residents (~2,150 people), compared to 62.4% throughout the Australian Capital Territory. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 9.6% and 8.4% of the population respectively, while 67.4% reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 70.2% across the Australian Capital Territory.

Chronic ailments show elevated prevalence among working-age individuals. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.1% of the community (671 people), outpacing the territory mark of 14.2%, and health outcomes among older cohorts present notable challenges despite tracking below national illness rates for the general public.

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How many people in the suburb of Flynn have private health insurance?
Around 57.9% of people in the suburb of Flynn 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 Flynn?
In the suburb of Flynn, 5.2% 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 Flynn?
8.2% of people in the suburb of Flynn 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 Flynn?
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the the suburb of Flynn 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 Flynn?
3.0% of people in the suburb of Flynn 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 Flynn compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the suburb of Flynn, 57.9% 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 Flynn (ACT)

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Flynn (ACT) is largely Australian-born, at 79.6% of residents, with 13.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.3%) and Australian (25.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity in Flynn tracks higher than average benchmarks, with 20.4% of residents born abroad and 13.9% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the primary faith, accounting for 45.1% of the populace. Judaism shows the clearest relative overrepresentation, representing 0.2% of the local population matching the 0.2% proportion observed across the Australian Capital Territory. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplaces, the largest cohorts in Flynn identify as English (27.3%), Australian (25.8%), and Irish (10.0%). Several other ancestries also register above-average shares relative to regional benchmarks, including Welsh at 1.0% (vs 0.6% regionally), Polish at 0.9% (vs 0.8%), and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Flynn?
Flynn was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 20.4% of its population born overseas and 13.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the suburb of Flynn?
The main religion in Flynn was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.1% of people in Flynn. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
What are the top countries of origin in the suburb of Flynn?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Flynn are English, comprising 27.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 25.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Flynn (vs 0.6% regionally), Polish at 0.9% (vs 0.8%) and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
20.4% of the the suburb of Flynn population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% regionally.
What percentage of the the suburb of Flynn population speaks a language other than English at home?
13.9% of the population in the suburb of Flynn speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in the wider region.
How many people in the suburb of Flynn identify as Australian Aboriginal?
1.5% of the the suburb of Flynn population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the suburb of Flynn?
91.4% of the the suburb of Flynn population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Flynn (ACT)

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The median resident of Flynn (ACT) is 37. 25.9% 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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The age breakdown in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) aligns closely with broader Australian Capital Territory benchmarks, showing a maximum divergence of 6.5 percentage points. The median age is estimated at 37 years, unchanged from the 2021 Census and 2 years higher than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 recorded in that Census. Since then, seniors and retirees aged 65+ have increased their share from 15.4% to an estimated 18.1%. By 2041, no major age group is forecast to see substantial gains, whereas younger to middle-aged adult brackets, as well as children and young adults, are projected to decrease.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the suburb of Flynn?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Flynn at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the suburb of Flynn's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Flynn is 2 years older than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) yet comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the suburb of Flynn?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Flynn compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.0% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the suburb of Flynn?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Flynn compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.1% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Flynn is broadly in line with the Australian Capital Territory region.
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the suburb of Flynn?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.9% of the population in the suburb of Flynn as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the suburb of Flynn?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.1% of the population in the suburb of Flynn as at August 2026.

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

Data currency Refreshed

9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline.
Age profile ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate.
Development & approvals ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline
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 Oct 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Apr 2026 6 months ago all 1 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 Apr 2026.
Employment ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) Mar 2026 7 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) Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Sep 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 — 13 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,671 at the 2021 Census → 3,712 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 Aug 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 (SAL80055). 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 Flynn (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 Flynn (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 Flynn (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 (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Oct 2026), infrastructure projects (Apr 2026) and services & amenities (Sep 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Sep 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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