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Casey

ACT 2913 • Australian Capital Territory

6,471
Population (2021)
$70,148
Median Income
2.62 km²
Area
$502/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMaster PlannedYoung FamiliesGrowth Suburb

About Casey

Casey is a residential suburb located in the north-west of the Gungahlin district in the Australian Capital Territory, bounded by Horse Park Drive and Clarrie Hermes Drive. The suburb was established in the 2000s as part of Canberra's northward urban expansion, and its street names honour notable Australian diplomats, public servants, and politicians. Casey sits adjacent to the suburbs of Nicholls and Ngunnawal, and features a well-planned layout with parks, walking paths, and modern housing. It is part of the postcode 2913 area which also covers nearby Palmerston.

Casey is a family-friendly suburb popular with young professionals and growing families drawn to its modern housing stock, good schools nearby, and easy access to the Gungahlin Town Centre. The suburb is well connected to central Canberra via Flemington Road and the Gungahlin Drive Extension, with light rail access available from Gungahlin Town Centre. Local parks and green corridors make it pleasant for walking and cycling, while Gold Creek School and several primary schools serve the educational needs of the community. Residents enjoy a quiet suburban lifestyle with all major amenities a short drive away.

Casey falls under postcode 2913 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2913
Urban Area
Gungahlin
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Fenner
State Electorate
Yerrabi
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.17°, 149.09°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
2.62 km²
Elevation
664m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gungahlin Place Light Rail Stop
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 56, 57, 58 — Gungahlin Town Centre / Civic 25-40 min

Commute to Canberra City (Civic)

Distance
14 km
By Train
Light rail from Gungahlin: approx. 25 min to Civic
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Light rail runs from Gungahlin Town Centre (~2.5km away) to Canberra's CBD. Bus connections available from Casey itself.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths and parks within the suburb; local amenities are a short drive to Gungahlin Town Centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    15 Kingsland Parade, Casey ACT 2913

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$502
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

36 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,758
Census 2021
6,471
▲ 12.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$62,244
Income 2021
$70,148
▲ 12.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,261
Born Overseas 2,033

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 448
  • 2. China 185
  • 3. Pakistan 116
  • 4. England 113
  • 5. Philippines 106
  • 6. Sri Lanka 89
  • 7. South Africa 65
  • 8. Bangladesh 57
  • 9. New Zealand 55
  • 10. Nepal 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,916
English 1,735
Irish 569
Indian 521
Scottish 439
Chinese 385
Italian 255
German 218
Filipino 156
Croatian 140

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,649
Both parents born in Australia
2,880
Both parents born overseas
746
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.0%
No Religion
37.2%
Hinduism
6.7%
Islam
5.9%
Sikhism
2.8%
Buddhism
2.7%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
654 (10.1%)
5-14 years
1,023 (15.8%)
15-19 years
337 (5.2%)
20-24 years
351 (5.4%)
25-34 years
1,211 (18.7%)
35-44 years
1,472 (22.7%)
45-54 years
717 (11.1%)
55-64 years
423 (6.5%)
65-74 years
226 (3.5%)
75-84 years
56 (0.9%)
85+ years
13 (0.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What district is Casey ACT in? +

Casey is part of the Gungahlin district in the Australian Capital Territory, in Canberra's north.

Is there light rail in Casey ACT? +

Casey itself doesn't have a light rail stop, but Gungahlin Town Centre is approximately 2.5 kilometres away and has light rail service running to Canberra's Civic Centre in about 25 minutes.

What schools are in Casey ACT? +

Casey is served by Gold Creek School (K-12), Holy Spirit Primary School, Ngunnawal Primary School, and Palmerston District Primary School, all within the 2913 postcode area.

Is Casey ACT a good suburb to live in? +

Casey is well-regarded for its modern housing, family-friendly atmosphere, proximity to the Gungahlin Town Centre, and good access to Canberra's city centre via bus or light rail from nearby Gungahlin.