Suburb profile · Australian Capital Territory
Phillip has an estimated 7,539 residents, up 45.1% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Phillip.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Phillip sits 7.9 kilometres south-southwest of the Canberra CBD, within the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 7,539 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 2,342 people (45.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,197 people. Population density and growth drivers are well above average, and development activity is similarly strong, with a clear trend toward high density living.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, while the working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The suburb is very well educated, highly culturally diverse and enjoys high levels of income. A significant amount of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand, and for population growth the suburb ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Phillip sits 7.9 kilometres south-southwest of the Canberra CBD, within the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 7,539 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 2,342 people (45.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,197 people. Population density and growth drivers are well above average, and development activity is similarly strong, with a clear trend toward high density living.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, while the working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The suburb is very well educated, highly culturally diverse and enjoys high levels of income. A significant amount of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand, and for population growth the suburb ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,992 in 2006 and 7,137 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,539 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 35.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 47.2%.
Phillip ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for population growth and the 95th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
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Status of the 51 tracked applications: 34 approved, 0 under assessment, 17 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 20 projects in Phillip (3 under construction) and 21 more in the surrounding area.
A new four-storey facility in Woden Town Centre that will centralise community and government services under one roof, bringing together services currently operating from multiple buildings in the region. It will include child and family services, meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall, and workshop spaces. Construction is expected to commence in 2026-27.
Staged redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre site in Woden by Geocon. Stage one, approved by the ACT Territory Planning Authority on 16 December 2025, comprises two 13-storey residential towers with 286 apartments above a new public aquatic centre featuring a 25-metre, eight-lane indoor lap pool, warm water program pool, splash pad…
Mixed-use redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice Skating Centre (Woden Pool) comprising a new public indoor aquatic centre with 25m lap pool, learn-to-swim pool, leisure and toddler pools, splash pad, sauna, steam room and cafe, together with two residential towers containing 286 apartments in Stage 1.
A premium 18-storey residential tower offering 212 apartments with rooftop amenities, ground-floor retail and direct connection to the redeveloped Woden Town Square.
A landmark 20-storey mixed-use residential tower comprising 188 luxury apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space, located directly opposite Westfield Woden in the Phillip town centre. Developed by Zapari, the project forms part of the broader high-rise transformation of the Woden Town Centre precinct.
ACT Government public realm improvements to Woden Town Square and surrounding streets in Phillip, delivered in stages as part of the broader Woden renewal program. Works include new landscaping and tree planting, street furniture, wayfinding signage, improved pedestrian connectivity and active travel links around the CIT Woden Campus and town centre.
The Woden Bus Depot and Transport Interchange are fully completed and operational as of April 2026. The new interchange on Callam Street serves over 10,000 Canberrans daily with 10 platforms, improved amenities, and future-proofed light rail capabilities.
Twin residential towers in Woden providing premium apartment living with retail spaces at ground level. Completed development contributing to urban density.
Australia's first fully-electric hospital building, the Canberra Hospital Critical Services Building (also known as SPIRE Centre), is an eight-storey, 45,000 square metre facility.
A modern residential complex proposal incorporating sustainable design principles and community-focused amenities for local residents.
Proposed mixed-use development featuring residential apartments, retail spaces, and community facilities designed to enhance urban density and local amenities.
Integrated commercial and residential development designed to create a vibrant community hub with retail, office space, and housing options.
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Estimated completion year of the 10 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 0, 2027 5, 2028 3, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 51 substantial development applications lodged in and around Phillip over the past 5 years, 6 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 15, 2023 9, 2024 10, 2025 10, 2026 (to Nov) 6.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 51 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 81.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 418 | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Phillip include: Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip) (Construction); Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip) (Construction); Woden Community Services Hub (Planning); Woden Pool Project (Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre Redevelopment) (Dev. Approval); and Woden Pool Redevelopment (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Phillip spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Phillip demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Phillip among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Phillip area has seen 385 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Phillip's current population of 7,539 has been supported by 418 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Phillip has seen 81.3 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 35 people in the suburb of Phillip, 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 Phillip's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 418, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Phillip has grown by approximately 2,388 people, while 2,088 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Phillip lies within the top 2% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,539 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +45.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,928 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +8.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +10.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,197 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,342 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +9.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +8.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.57 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Phillip was estimated to be approximately 7,539 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,158 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Phillip has added approximately 2,342 people and shown a 45.06% increase from the 5,197 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Phillip is estimated at 2,934 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Phillip has shown a compound annual growth rate of 10.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Phillip is driven by: Overseas migration (51.0%), Natural increase (41.0%), Interstate migration (8.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 51.0% of overall population gains.
Phillip hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 46.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 70.2% | 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 | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 35.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Phillip at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Phillip is 3 years younger than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 6 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 Phillip compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 35.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Phillip compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Phillip show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (35.6% vs 17.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.8% vs 1.8%) and 5-14 year-olds (5.5% vs 11.7%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.1% of the population in the suburb of Phillip as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 8.1% of the population in the suburb of Phillip as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $79,673 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $97,410 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,075 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,342 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,473 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 10.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Phillip is approximately $85,266. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $79,673.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Phillip is approximately $104,248. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $97,410.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Phillip is approximately $85,266 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,673 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Phillip is approximately $104,248 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $97,410 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Phillip's households (~47.2% / 1,237 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Phillip is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 47.2% 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 Phillip is $2,075/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Phillip is $2,473/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Phillip is $1,342/wk.
The suburb of Phillip's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Phillip's median income among taxpayers is $79,673 and the average income stands at $97,410, which compares to figures for Australian Capital Territory's of $76,315 and $90,024 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.02% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $85,266 (median) and $104,248 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Phillip is $7,456 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Phillip's disposable income is $7,456 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Phillip ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,643 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,495 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,810 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Phillip has approximately 4,643 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.5%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Phillip stands at 3.5%, which is 0.6 percentage points below Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Phillip is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (29.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (24.0%), and professional & technical (8.6%). These three sectors alone account for 62.1% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Phillip 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 Phillip is 75.7%, 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 Phillip shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 24.0% of the local workforce compared to 11.7% across Australian Capital Territory. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The suburb of Phillip's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.3% decline, ranking 35th out of 37 regions nationally.
Phillip 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 | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 60.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 19.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
60.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Phillip have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
19.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Phillip have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The suburb of Phillip ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Phillip are: Bachelor Degree (34.9%), Postgraduate (19.5%), Certificate (11.0%).
25.9% of the population in the suburb of Phillip is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.7% in primary school, 2.7% in secondary school, 10.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Phillip is 1088, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Phillip, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,169 students.
The suburb of Phillip includes 1 secondary school.
Phillip features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 44.2% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,623 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,805 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 49.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.7 per family | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Phillip had 2,623 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 45.1% to an estimated 3,805 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Phillip is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 49.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (44.2%), group households (5.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,309 family households, couples with children account for 14.7% of all households, couples without children at home 27.6%, and single parent families 6.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the suburb of Phillip shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 44.2% (versus 25.7% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 49.9% compared to 69.6% in Australian Capital Territory. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.9% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 44.2% of all households in the suburb of Phillip, higher than the average for Australian Capital Territory of 25.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.9% of households, above the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Phillip is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 45.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 41.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 58.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 71.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Phillip scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 41.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.6% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Phillip, at 35.9% of people, although more residents (42.7%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 11.2% of the population, substantially higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Phillip are English, comprising 19.3% of the population, Other, comprising 18.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Australian Capital Territory's 12.2%, and Australian, comprising 15.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Australian Capital Territory's 23.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.8% of Phillip (vs 1.2% across Australian Capital Territory), Spanish at 0.9% (vs 0.5%) and Korean at 1.3% (vs 0.6%).
45.6% of the suburb of Phillip population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
41.7% of the population in the suburb of Phillip speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
1.3% of the suburb of Phillip population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
71.3% of the suburb of Phillip population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Phillip features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Australian Capital Territory.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 67.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,608 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $440 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Phillip, 13.9% of homes are owned outright, 35.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 50.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 0.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Phillip are houses.
In the suburb of Phillip, 67.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 32.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Phillip stands at 13.9%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Phillip is $1,608, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Phillip is $1,535, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Phillip, households with mortgages typically spend 17.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Phillip is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Phillip shows mortgage holders spending 17.9% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 21.2% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Phillip consists of 0.1% detached houses, 32.8% semi-detached dwellings, 67.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Phillip consumes approximately 17.1% of median household income ($8,985 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Phillip show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 100% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 0% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Phillip is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in Phillip is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 64.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
Around 64.4% of people in the suburb of Phillip are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the suburb of Phillip, 2.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the suburb of Phillip are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the suburb of Phillip population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.8% of people in the suburb of Phillip have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Phillip, 64.4% 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 | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,052 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 188 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 87 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 40 public transport stops within the suburb of Phillip.
The suburb of Phillip has 7,052 weekly trips across 87 routes, averaging 1,007 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 169 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 194 m away and the nearest GP 274 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 40 stops nearby, 7,052 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 90th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 194 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 274 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 276 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 279 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 279 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 300 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 336 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 405 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 457 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 584 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 4 long day care centres with 337 places in Phillip, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Phillip among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Phillip has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 21% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Phillip lies within the top 2% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Phillip hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Phillip ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Phillip shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Phillip features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
Phillip is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Phillip features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Australian Capital Territory.
The level of general health in Phillip is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Phillip has an estimated 7,539 residents, up 45.1% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Phillip.
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 Phillip.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 (SAL80110). 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 (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Phillip 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 Phillip 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.
