Suburb profile · Australian Capital Territory
Ngunnawal has an estimated 11,188 residents, up 2.1% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Ngunnawal.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 12 kilometres north from Canberra CBD within the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia, the suburb of Ngunnawal offers an appealing residential environment surrounded by scenic vistas, well-tended reserves, and quality parklands that support recreational activities. This family-oriented enclave combines a vibrant community atmosphere and seasonal events with convenient access to shopping centres, healthcare amenities, and reputable educational institutions. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) for the suburb of Ngunnawal stands at approximately 11,188 people, derived from annual SA2-level ERP releases alongside quarterly updates from national address files. This total reflects moderate expansion patterns and minimal change since the 2021 Census count of 10,957 residents.
Demographically, the suburb of Ngunnawal is characterised by an affluent, well-educated profile featuring an above-average median household income, a prominent share of residents aged 35 to 44yo, and strong representation across both working-age individuals and children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,296 in 2006 and 11,188 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 17.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 39.5%.
Ngunnawal ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 85th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Ngunnawal (1 under construction) and 53 more in the surrounding area.
The Gold Creek Homestead Precinct in Ngunnawal, Canberra, combines the restoration of the 1860 Gold Creek Homestead with an expansion of…
A planned community health centre on Kingsland Parade in Casey, Canberra, on a 2.4-hectare community services precinct close to Casey…
New emergency services station planned for Casey in West Gungahlin to support ACT Ambulance Service and ACT Fire & Rescue operations.
Multiple community facility improvements including new playground in Amaroo, Palmerston shops upgrades, new cricket nets at Bonner oval…
A planned four-court indoor sports facility within the 2.4-hectare Casey community services precinct in North Gungahlin, intended to give…
New regional tennis hub featuring 10 full-size ITF standard courts, 2 Hot Shots courts for junior development, a hitting wall, pavilion…
A sustainable mixed-use local centre featuring a minimum of 55 dwellings and 1,000 to 1,500 square metres of commercial and retail space.
Completed upgrades to Ngunnawal neighbourhood oval including new synthetic pitch, improved drainage, upgraded lighting, and enhanced…
A comprehensive urban renewal program by the ACT Government to enhance the Gungahlin Town Centre.
New community recreation park featuring all-abilities play equipment, multi-purpose court, nature play, flying fox, BBQ facilities…
DA approved 3-storey development comprising 8 residential units on upper floors with 2 including ground floor multi-purpose space and…
Raya is a contemporary residential development by Core Developments offering 166 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in the heart of…
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Estimated completion year of the 29 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 10, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 4. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Ngunnawal over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 0 approved, 1 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Ngunnawal include: Gold Creek Homestead Precinct (Construction); North Gungahlin Health Centre (Planning); Casey Emergency Services Station (Planning); Gungahlin Community Facilities Upgrades (Planning); and Casey Indoor Sports Facility (Proposed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Ngunnawal spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the suburb of Ngunnawal demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Ngunnawal compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Ngunnawal area has seen 46 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Ngunnawal's current population of 11,188 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Ngunnawal has seen 0.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 9.2 approvals in Australian Capital Territory. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 485 people in the suburb of Ngunnawal, compared to one for every 147 in Australian Capital Territory.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Ngunnawal's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 9, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal has grown by approximately 113 people, while 47 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Ngunnawal reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,188 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,690 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,957 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 231 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.16 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Ngunnawal was estimated to be approximately 11,188 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,188 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Ngunnawal has added approximately 231 people and shown a 2.11% increase from the 10,957 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Ngunnawal is estimated at 2,689 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Ngunnawal is driven by: Natural increase (65.0%), Overseas migration (35.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 65.0% of overall population gains.
Ngunnawal hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Ngunnawal at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Ngunnawal is comparable to the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Ngunnawal compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 17.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Ngunnawal compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Ngunnawal show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (7.4% vs 5.4%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.6% of the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.6% of the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,552 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,405 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,219 | 2021 Census, weekly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,124 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,479 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is approximately $74,435. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,552.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is approximately $83,909. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,405.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is approximately $74,435 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,552 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is approximately $83,909 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,405 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Ngunnawal's households (~39.5% / 1,601 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Ngunnawal is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 39.5% of households. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 34.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $2,219/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $2,479/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $1,124/wk.
The suburb of Ngunnawal shows a median taxpayer income of $69,552 and an average of $78,405 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is above the national average, contrasting with Australian Capital Territory's median income of $76,315 and average income of $90,024. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,435 (median) and $83,909 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $8,089 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Ngunnawal's disposable income is $8,089 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Ngunnawal remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,274 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,229 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,581 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Ngunnawal has approximately 6,274 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Ngunnawal stands at 4.7%, which is 0.6 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%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Ngunnawal is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (26.7% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.0%), and education & training (9.7%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Ngunnawal has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Australian Capital Territory saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Ngunnawal is 74.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Australian Capital Territory average of 71.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Australian Capital Territory.
The suburb of Ngunnawal shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 8.7% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% across Australian Capital Territory. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Ngunnawal's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
Ngunnawal shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 37.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
37.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ngunnawal have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
32.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ngunnawal have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The suburb of Ngunnawal ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Ngunnawal are: Bachelor Degree (22.4%), Certificate (19.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.3%).
31.4% of the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, 6.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Ngunnawal is 1043, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Ngunnawal, with a combined enrollment of approximately 606 students.
The suburb of Ngunnawal includes 1 primary school.
Ngunnawal has relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,053 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,138 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Ngunnawal had 4,053 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.1% to an estimated 4,138 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Ngunnawal is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.4%), group households (3.1%), and other household types (0.3%).
Of the 2,930 family households, couples with children account for 35.9% of all households, couples without children at home 23.2%, and single parent families 12.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the suburb of Ngunnawal shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Ngunnawal have an average of 1.5 children, slightly above the Australian Capital Territory average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.8% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 24.4% of all households in the suburb of Ngunnawal, similar to the average for Australian Capital Territory of 25.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.1% of households, below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ngunnawal was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Ngunnawal was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.7% of its population born overseas and 28.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Ngunnawal, at 41.3% of people, although more residents (43.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.5% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ngunnawal are Australian, comprising 23.9% of the population, English, comprising 22.4% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Ngunnawal (vs 0.9% across Australian Capital Territory), Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%) and Serbian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
28.7% of the suburb of Ngunnawal population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
28.3% of the population in the suburb of Ngunnawal speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
1.6% of the suburb of Ngunnawal population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
87.4% of the suburb of Ngunnawal population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Ngunnawal displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 67.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Ngunnawal, 21.7% of homes are owned outright, 51.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 67.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Ngunnawal are houses.
In the suburb of Ngunnawal, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 32.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Ngunnawal stands at 21.7%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $1,950, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Ngunnawal is $1,526, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Ngunnawal, households with mortgages typically spend 20.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Ngunnawal is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Ngunnawal shows mortgage holders spending 20.3% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 20.3% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Ngunnawal consists of 67.4% detached houses, 32.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Ngunnawal consumes approximately 15.9% of median household income ($9,608 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Ngunnawal show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 33% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 67% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Ngunnawal is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Health performance in Ngunnawal is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.6% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
Around 56.7% of people in the suburb of Ngunnawal are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the suburb of Ngunnawal, 4.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
9.3% of people in the suburb of Ngunnawal are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the suburb of Ngunnawal population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the suburb of Ngunnawal have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Ngunnawal, 56.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Australian Capital Territory sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 62.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 89th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 61 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,915 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 183 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 133 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 61 public transport stops within the suburb of Ngunnawal.
The suburb of Ngunnawal has 5,915 weekly trips across 133 routes, averaging 845 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 174 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 552 m away and the nearest GP 651 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 61 stops nearby, 5,915 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 26 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 26th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 552 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 651 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 671 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 740 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 873 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 885 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 977 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Ngunnawal compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Ngunnawal has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Ngunnawal reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Ngunnawal hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Ngunnawal remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
Ngunnawal shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Ngunnawal has relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ngunnawal was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Ngunnawal displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to Australian Capital Territory.
Health performance in Ngunnawal is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Ngunnawal has an estimated 11,188 residents, up 2.1% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Ngunnawal.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Ngunnawal.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL80100). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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 and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Ngunnawal from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Ngunnawal with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.