Crace

ACT 2911 • Australian Capital Territory

4,800
Population (2021)
$72,540
Median Income
1.65 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyModernPlanned CommunityLight Rail Access

About Crace

Crace is a modern, planned residential suburb in Canberra's Gungahlin district, established in 2009 and named after pioneer settler Edward Kendall Crace. With a population of approximately 4,800, it is one of Gungahlin's more mature newer suburbs and has grown rapidly with a strong emphasis on sustainable urban design. The suburb features an attractive town pond, open green corridors, and diverse housing stock including detached homes, townhouses, and apartments.

A local shopping centre at Flemington Road serves daily needs, and residents are within easy reach of Gungahlin Town Centre for a broader range of retail, dining, and entertainment. Crace is a popular choice for young families and first home buyers, with several parks, playgrounds, and the Crace Grassland Nature Reserve adding to its appeal. The Canberra light rail (Gungahlin to Civic) runs nearby, offering a convenient public transport connection to the CBD.

Crace falls under postcode 2911 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2911
Urban Area
Gungahlin
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.20°, 149.11°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.65 km²
Elevation
609m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gungahlin Place (Light Rail)
2 km
Canberra Metro - Gungahlin to Civic
Flemington Road (Light Rail)
2.5 km
Canberra Metro - Gungahlin to Civic

Bus Services

  • Route 51,Route 52 — Gungahlin Town Centre / City via Northbourne Ave 35–50 min to Civic
  • Route 200 — Belconnen Town Centre 25–35 min

Commute to Canberra City (Civic)

Distance
14 km
By Train
~28 min (bus to Gungahlin Place + Light Rail to Civic)
By Bus
35–50 min
By Car (Peak)
25–35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–20 min

🛣️ The Canberra Light Rail makes CBD commuting straightforward; bus or short drive to Gungahlin Place stop required.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Planned suburb with good internal pedestrian paths and proximity to local shops. Most trips beyond the immediate area require a car or bus connection to light rail.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,400
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.1%

21 state housing + 48 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,459
Census 2021
4,800
7.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$64,584
Income 2021
$72,540
12.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,927
Born Overseas 1,771

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 352
  • 2. India 311
  • 3. England 91
  • 4. Pakistan 88
  • 5. Bangladesh 71
  • 6. Philippines 61
  • 7. Vietnam 59
  • 8. New Zealand 47
  • 9. South Korea 40
  • 10. Sri Lanka 40

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,233
English 1,144
Chinese 625
Indian 448
Irish 372
Scottish 318
Italian 170
German 150
Filipino 96
Croatian 93

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,666
Both parents born in Australia
2,451
Both parents born overseas
563
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
39.0%
Christianity
37.6%
Hinduism
8.7%
Islam
6.9%
Buddhism
3.0%
Sikhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
438 (9.1%)
5-14 years
755 (15.7%)
15-19 years
208 (4.3%)
20-24 years
241 (5.0%)
25-34 years
863 (18.0%)
35-44 years
1,057 (22.0%)
45-54 years
552 (11.5%)
55-64 years
284 (5.9%)
65-74 years
218 (4.5%)
75-84 years
140 (2.9%)
85+ years
38 (0.8%)

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