Suburb profile · Australian Capital Territory
Turner has an estimated 4,894 residents, up 9.5% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Turner.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Turner, which adjoins the Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of around 4,894 as of Aug 2026. That figure is drawn from aggregated SA2-level ERP (Estimated Resident Population) counts released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 4,470 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has risen by 424 people (9.5%), reflecting strong expansion. The suburb's market is shaped by young professionals and a clear shift toward high density living, with an above-average renting population and a low average household size.
Standout school performance levels add to its appeal, and residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, largely living in lone person and group households. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand in the years ahead.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Turner, which adjoins the Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of around 4,894 as of Aug 2026. That figure is drawn from aggregated SA2-level ERP (Estimated Resident Population) counts released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 4,470 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has risen by 424 people (9.5%), reflecting strong expansion. The suburb's market is shaped by young professionals and a clear shift toward high density living, with an above-average renting population and a low average household size.
Standout school performance levels add to its appeal, and residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, largely living in lone person and group households. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand in the years ahead.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,116 in 2006 and 4,888 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,894 (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, 34.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.6%.
Turner ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for income and the 91st 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 23 tracked applications: 10 approved, 4 under assessment, 9 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Turner (5 under construction) and 77 more in the surrounding area.
Canberra's first privately delivered build-to-rent development, situated on a 7,070sqm site on Northbourne Avenue adjacent to the light rail line. Cedar Pacific is delivering approximately 306 apartments across three buildings of 8-9 storeys arranged around a central landscaped courtyard.
A significant mixed-use precinct development featuring five buildings. The project includes 424 residential units, approximately 2000sq m of retail space, and 11000sq m of office space, designed to rejuvenate the Northbourne corridor.
Botanical Turner is a multi-stage apartment development at the CBD gateway on the Northbourne corridor in Turner. Developed by Amalgamated Property Group with Base Developments, designed by SJB and being built by Milin Builders, the project comprises 416 one, two and three bedroom residences with a central landscaped courtyard, concierge lobby, pool, spa…
A landmark mixed-use urban village on one of Canberra's most prominent gateway sites at the intersection of Northbourne Avenue and Wakefield Avenue in Braddon. Geocon acquired the 10,663 sqm site in March 2025 for $59.4 million after the previous owner, Evri Group, shelved a build-to-rent proposal.
A 55 dwelling social and affordable housing redevelopment of the former Canberra PCYC site in Turner. The project will deliver 45 affordable rental apartments for essential workers, 10 one-bedroom supportive housing units for at-risk young people aged 16 to 24, a social enterprise cafe, office and community spaces, basement parking and landscaping.
Ikon Place is a significant mixed-use precinct at Section 19 in Braddon. The development is proposed to deliver 558 residential apartments and 7 commercial units across four towers ranging from 4 to 14 storeys.
Construction of Stage 2A extends Canberra's light rail network 1.7 km from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park, with new stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South and Commonwealth Park. The works include a new light rail bridge over Parkes Way and two new signalised intersections on London Circuit.
The final stage of the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, developed by JWLand. Stage 4 is a nine-storey hotel and serviced apartment building comprising 134 rooms. The facade responds to the adjacent heritage-listed Owen Flats. Parking for Stage 4 is provided within the basement of the adjacent Stage 3 building.
Zarah is a boutique residential development consisting of 11 high-end three- and four-bedroom townhouses. The project features contemporary architecture with multi-level living, private courtyards, and rooftop terraces, located within the inner-north Canberra suburb of Turner near Haig Park and the light rail corridor.
A new 2,000-seat lyric theatre is under construction on Vernon Circle, north of The Playhouse, as Stage 1 of the Canberra Theatre Centre transformation. Designed by Cox Architecture with Yerrabingin, Charcoalblue and Arcadia Landscape Architecture, the venue will host large-scale musicals, ballet, opera and international productions.
A 10-storey luxury hotel featuring 225 guest rooms and suites, a 300-seat flagship Japanese restaurant (Raku), and a level-10 rooftop dining venue. The development includes the Eleme Day Spa, a wellness floor with a pool, sauna, and gym, plus five conferencing spaces.
DA approved mixed-use precinct on Northbourne Avenue north of Haig Park. The project is planned to deliver about 600 apartments, a 100-room hotel, possible commercial tenancies, a central green spine, improved pedestrian and vehicle links between Northbourne Avenue and Henty Street, smart technology and sustainable design features.
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Estimated completion year of the 49 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 9, 2027 12, 2028 14, 2029 2, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 23 substantial development applications lodged in and around Turner over the period covered (about 3.8 years), 13 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 6, 2024 2, 2025 4, 2026 (to Nov) 11.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 23 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 27.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 131 | ABS building approvals | 85th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.8 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Turner include: Botanical Turner (Construction); Turner Build-to-Rent (Construction); Turner One Affordable Housing Project (Construction); 95 Northbourne Avenue Mixed-Use Development (Planning); and Ikon Place - Section 19 Braddon (Dev. Application). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Turner 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 Turner demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Turner among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Turner area has seen 485 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Turner's current population of 4,894 has been supported by 131 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Turner has seen 27.6 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 19 people in the suburb of Turner, 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 Turner's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 131, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Turner has grown by approximately 428 people, while 653 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Population growth drivers in Turner are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,894 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,183 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,470 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 424 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.54 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Turner was estimated to be approximately 4,894 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,888 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Turner has added approximately 424 people and shown a 9.49% increase from the 4,470 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Turner is estimated at 3,178 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Turner has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Turner is driven by: Overseas migration (80.0%), Natural increase (20.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 80.0% of overall population gains.
Turner hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 52.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 66.7% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 34.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Turner at 30 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Turner is 5 years younger than the Australian Capital Territory 2021 Census average (35 years) and 8 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 Turner compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 34.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Turner compared to the Australian Capital Territory region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 4.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Turner show significant variance compared to Australian Capital Territory. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (34.9% vs 17.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (1.9% vs 5.4%) and 5-14 year-olds (4.3% vs 11.7%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 6.2% of the population in the suburb of Turner as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.2% of the population in the suburb of Turner as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 5% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $83,312 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $99,199 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,330 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,448 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 36.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,199 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Turner is approximately $89,161. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $83,312.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Turner is approximately $106,163. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $99,199.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Turner is approximately $89,161 compared to $81,672 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $83,312 and $76,315 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Turner is approximately $106,163 compared to $96,344 in Australian Capital Territory. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $99,199 and $90,024 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Turner's households (~38.5% / 824 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Turner is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.5% 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 Turner is $2,330/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Turner is $3,199/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Turner is $1,448/wk.
The suburb of Turner shows a median taxpayer income of $83,312 and an average of $99,199 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, 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 $89,161 (median) and $106,163 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Turner is $8,439 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Turner's disposable income is $8,439 compared to $8,812 for Australian Capital Territory, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Turner shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 76.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,387 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,875 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,512 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Turner has approximately 3,387 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.6%. 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 Turner stands at 3.6%, which is broadly in line with Australian Capital Territory's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Turner is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (38.9% of employment), professional & technical (16.4%), and education & training (10.2%). These three sectors alone account for 65.5% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Turner 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 Turner is 76.3%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Turner shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 38.9% of the local workforce compared to 30.4% across Australian Capital Territory. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Turner'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.
Turner 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 | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 69.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 19.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
69.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Turner have university qualifications, compared to 46.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
19.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Turner have no formal qualifications, compared to 28.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
The suburb of Turner ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Turner are: Bachelor Degree (37.8%), Postgraduate (25.6%), Certificate (5.5%).
31.8% of the population in the suburb of Turner is currently engaged in formal education, including 3.8% in primary school, 3.1% in secondary school, 20.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Turner is 1147, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Turner, with a combined enrollment of approximately 369 students.
The suburb of Turner includes 1 primary school.
Turner features high concentrations of group households and lone person 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 | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 38.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,138 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,341 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 46.4% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.6 per family | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Turner had 2,138 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.5% to an estimated 2,341 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Turner is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.5 in Australian Capital Territory and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 46.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (38.6%), group households (14.8%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 992 family households, couples with children account for 11.5% of all households, couples without children at home 29.6%, and single parent families 4.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the suburb of Turner shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 38.6% (versus 25.7% in Australian Capital Territory). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 46.4% 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 28.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 61.7% have never married. This compares to 46.8% married and 39.2% never married across Australian Capital Territory.
Single-person households represent 38.6% of all households in the suburb of Turner, 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 14.8% of households, above the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.5% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 67.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Turner was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 32.7% of its population born overseas and 25.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Turner, at 26.7% of people, although more residents (64.2%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.4% of the population, compared to 0.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Turner are English, comprising 22.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.4% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Turner (vs 0.8% across Australian Capital Territory), French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Korean at 0.8% (vs 0.6%).
32.7% of the suburb of Turner population was born overseas, compared to 29.9% across Australian Capital Territory.
25.8% of the population in the suburb of Turner speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 25.6% in Australian Capital Territory.
0.8% of the suburb of Turner population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Australian Capital Territory.
82.5% of the suburb of Turner population holds citizenship, compared to 85.8% in Australian Capital Territory.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Turner 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 | 55.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 73.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,901 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $480 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Turner, 18.0% of homes are owned outright, 26.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 55.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 12.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Turner are houses.
In the suburb of Turner, 73.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Turner stands at 18.0%, compared to 27.3% in Australian Capital Territory.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Turner is $1,901, compared to $2,080 in Australian Capital Territory.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Turner is $1,657, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Turner, households with mortgages typically spend 18.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Turner is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Turner shows mortgage holders spending 18.8% of income on repayments (vs 20.2% in Australian Capital Territory), while renters spend 20.6% of income on rent (vs 19.0% in Australian Capital Territory).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Turner consists of 12.6% detached houses, 13.9% semi-detached dwellings, 73.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Turner consumes approximately 16.4% of median household income ($10,089 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Turner show attached dwellings contributing 99% of approvals compared to 87% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 1% of applications versus 13% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Turner is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in Turner 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 | 65.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.1% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
Around 65.2% of people in the suburb of Turner are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 62.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
In the suburb of Turner, 2.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Australian Capital Territory require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the suburb of Turner are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.1% of the population across Australian Capital Territory is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.5% of the suburb of Turner population, while in Australian Capital Territory, 3.5% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the suburb of Turner have heart disease. Across Australian Capital Territory,2.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Turner, 65.2% 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 | 91 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 91st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 24 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,601 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 204 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 60 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 24 public transport stops within the suburb of Turner.
The suburb of Turner has 4,601 weekly trips across 60 routes, averaging 657 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 148 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 337 m away and the nearest school 574 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 24 stops nearby, 4,601 weekly trips, access rating 91 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 56 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 56th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 337 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 531 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 574 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 622 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 693 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 725 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 832 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.3 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 2 long day care centres with 188 places in Turner, about 0.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Turner among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Turner has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 16% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Population growth drivers in Turner are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Turner hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 5% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The employment environment in Turner shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
Turner shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Turner features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Australian Capital Territory.
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 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 Turner 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.
Turner has an estimated 4,894 residents, up 9.5% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Turner.
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 Turner.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 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 (SAL80127). 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 (Apr 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 Turner 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 Turner 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.
