Weetangera

An assessment of population growth drivers in Weetangera reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

The population of the Weetangera statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at approximately 2,917 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase from the 2021 Census population of 2,795 people, marking a growth of 122 individuals or about 4.4%. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,841 residents following examination of ABS's ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of an additional 20 new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is around 1,846 persons per square kilometer, surpassing the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Weetangera's growth rate of 4.4% since the 2021 census exceeded that of its SA3 area (2.7%), indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other factors like interstate migration and natural growth also being positive contributors.

AreaSearch's projections for Weetangera are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, ACT Government's SA2 area projections with a 2022 base are adopted. Future population dynamics anticipate an overall decline of 495 persons by 2041, with specific age cohorts like the 55 to 64 group projected to expand by 27 people.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Weetangera according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Weetangera averaged around 10 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 54 homes. So far in FY-26, 10 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY-21 to FY-25), approximately 2.2 people moved to the area per new home constructed, indicating healthy demand which supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $471,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Weetangera shows approximately 68% of the construction activity per person and places among the 39th percentile of areas assessed nationally, indicating more limited choices for buyers which supports demand for existing homes. New development consists of 27.0% detached houses and 73.0% attached dwellings, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This reflects a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 92.0% houses), likely due to reduced availability of development sites addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 435 people per dwelling approval, Weetangera shows a developed market.

Population projections indicating stability or decline suggest reduced housing demand pressures in the future, benefiting potential buyers.

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

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Weetangera significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Weetangera has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.6%.

As of September 2025, 1,520 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.3% below the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.6%. Workforce participation was 64.8%, compared to ACT's 69.6%. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and education & training. Education & training has a strong specialization with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, public administration & safety shows lower representation at 28.3% versus the regional average of 30.4%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. In the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.6%, and labour force increased by 1.1%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. ACT recorded employment growth of 1.4% with unemployment falling by 0.2 percentage points during this period. State-level data to 25-Nov shows ACT employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 710 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.5%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Weetangera's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended 30 June 2023 shows median income in Weetangera suburb is $74,425. Average income stands at $93,399. This compares to Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% from financial year ended 30 June 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $81,317 (median) and $102,048 (average). According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data for 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Weetangera rank highly nationally, between 95th and 98th percentiles. The $4000+ income bracket dominates with 41.9% of residents (1,222 people). In contrast, metropolitan region has 34.3% in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Economic strength is evident with 54.5% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 91.4% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Weetangera is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Weetangera, as assessed at the latest Census, 91.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 8.3% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) figures of 69.4% houses and 30.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Weetangera stood at 48.0%, with mortgaged properties making up 37.8% and rented dwellings accounting for 14.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,500, exceeding the ACT average of $2,000. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Weetangera was $490, compared to the ACT's $430. Nationally, Weetangera's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Weetangera features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.6% of all households, including 42.7% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 7.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute 19.4%, composed of 16.4% lone person households and 2.6% group households. The median household size is 2.9 people, which exceeds the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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

Educational attainment in Weetangera is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of the latest data, 56.1% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 43.8% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 29.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (19.4%) and graduate diplomas (7.4%). Vocational pathways account for 18.7% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 8.5% and certificates at 10.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in secondary education, 9.9% in primary education, and 7.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Weetangera shows that there are currently 17 active transport stops operating, all of which offer bus services. These stops are served by a total of 56 individual routes, collectively facilitating 4,819 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 194 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 688 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 283 weekly trips per individual stop.

Weetangera's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Weetangera residents show favourable health outcomes, with low prevalence rates for common conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 64%, higher than the ACT's 57.7% and Australia's national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent conditions are arthritis (8.7%) and mental health issues (7.4%), with 69.8% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 68.1% in the ACT.

Residents aged 65 and over comprise 19%, higher than the ACT's 15.3%. Seniors' health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Weetangera was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Weetangera's population showed greater cultural diversity than most local markets, with 24.3% born overseas and 18.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Weetangera, accounting for 42.0% of its population. Hinduism stood out as overrepresented, comprising 3.6% compared to 4.0% across Australian Capital Territory.

The top three ancestry groups were English (27.8%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (9.9%). Notably, Russian (0.4%) was slightly overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.3%. Scottish representation was also higher at 8.8% versus 7.4%, as was Vietnamese at 1.2%.

Weetangera's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Weetangera is 41 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory's average of 35 years and modestly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, the 45-54 age cohort is notably over-represented at 15.6% in Weetangera, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 10.1%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has grown from 13.4% to 16.3%, and the 45-54 cohort has increased from 14.4% to 15.6%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group has declined from 9.9% to 8.4%, and the 35-44 age group has dropped from 12.8% to 11.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Weetangera, with the 55-64 age group expected to grow by 3% (9 people), reaching 319 from 309. However, both the 85+ and 0-4 age groups are projected to have reduced numbers.