Turner

Population growth drivers in Turner are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Turner's estimated population is around 4,746 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 276 people (6.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,470 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 4,734 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 145 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,081 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade (2012-2022), Turner has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, outpacing the national average. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 80.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections, with 2022 as a base, are adopted. As we examine future population trends, an above median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected for Turner (SA2), with the area expected to grow by 988 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 20.6% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Turner among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Turner has averaged approximately 55 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 278 homes. As of FY-26480 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 1.2 new residents per year have arrived per new home between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand dynamic in the market. The average construction value of new properties is $615,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $1.2 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Turner has 12.0% less new development per person but ranks among the 92nd percentile nationally, demonstrating strong developer confidence despite recent acceleration in building activity. Recent construction comprises 3.0% detached dwellings and 97.0% medium and high-density housing, catering to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. Turner's population density is around 67 people per approval, indicating a low-density area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Turner is projected to grow by 976 residents through to 2041, with current development rates expected to comfortably meet demand and potentially support growth beyond current population projections.

Looking ahead, Turner is expected to grow by 976 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Turner has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Zarah, Ikon Place - Section 19 Braddon, Lonsdale & Girrahween - Braddon (Section 34), and Botanical Turner. The following details those most relevant.

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

Turner has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 3.1% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 1.2%.

As of September 2025, 3,380 residents were employed at a 0.4% lower unemployment rate than the Australian Capital Territory's 3.6%, and workforce participation was 76.4%, higher than the ACT's 69.6%. Leading industries include public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and education & training. Public administration & safety has particularly high concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average, while health care & social assistance has limited presence at 7.5% compared to the regional 11.7%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census working population vs resident population data.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.2%, labour force grew by 1.2%, leaving unemployment broadly flat in Turner, contrasting with ACT's 1.4% employment growth and 0.2 percentage point unemployment decrease. As of 25-Nov-25, ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industries. Applying these projections to Turner's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

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

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Turner suburb's median income among taxpayers is $73,332, with an average of $94,358. Nationally, this is extremely high compared to the Australian Capital Territory's median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $80,123 (median) and $103,096 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Turner rank highly nationally, between the 84th and 97th percentiles. Distribution data indicates 38.6% of Turner's population (1,831 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, reflecting broader area patterns where 34.3% similarly occupy this range. Economic strength is evident with 36.8% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 16.4% of income, however strong earnings place disposable income at the 83rd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Turner features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Turner, as per the latest Census, consisted of 12.6% houses and 87.4% other dwellings. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory had 39.3% houses and 60.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Turner was at 18.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.6% and rented ones at 55.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Turner was $1,901, lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080 but higher than the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Turner was $480, which is higher than both the Australian Capital Territory figure of $476 and the national average of $375.

Turner features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 46.9% of all households, including 11.5% that are couples with children, 29.6% that are couples without children, and 4.2% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 53.1%, with lone person households at 38.6% and group households comprising 14.8%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.2.

Turner shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Turner's educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 69.4% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. This high level positions Turner strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 37.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (25.6%) and graduate diplomas (6.0%).

Technical qualifications represent 10.9%, comprising advanced diplomas (5.4%) and certificates (5.5%). Educational participation is notably high, with 31.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 20.7% in tertiary education, 3.8% in primary education, and 3.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Turner has 25 active public transport stops. These include lightrail and bus services. There are 63 different routes operating, which together facilitate 4,635 weekly passenger trips.

Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 148 meters to the nearest stop. On average, there are 662 trips per day across all routes, equating to around 185 weekly trips per individual stop.

Turner's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Turner with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 64% of the total population (3,059 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 12.3 and 8.2% of residents respectively, while 70.1% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, slightly lower than the 70.8% across Australian Capital Territory. The area has 9.9% of residents aged 65 and over (469 people), which is lower than the 11.4% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

Turner was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Turner's population showed high cultural diversity, with 32.7% born overseas and 25.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Turner, comprising 26.7%. Judaism was slightly overrepresented compared to Australian Capital Territory (0.4% vs 0.5%).

The top three ancestral groups were English (22.4%), Australian (19.4%), and Other (11.6%). Polish (1.1%) French (0.8%) and Korean (0.8%) ethnicities showed notable overrepresentation in Turner compared to regional averages.

Turner hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Turner has a median age of 31, which is younger than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Turner has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (33.6%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (4.0%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national figure of 14.5%. From 2021 to present, the age group 25 to 34 has grown from 31.7% to 33.6%, while the age group 35 to 44 increased from 14.6% to 15.9%. Conversely, the age group 15 to 24 declined from 19.1% to 17.1%, and the age group 5 to 14 dropped from 5.2% to 4.0%. Looking ahead to the year 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Turner's age structure. The age cohort of 35 to 44 is projected to increase by 189 people (25%), from 754 to 944. Meanwhile, numbers in the age range of 5 to 14 are expected to fall by 6.