Deakin
ACT 2600 • Australian Capital Territory
About Deakin
Deakin is an established inner-south suburb of Canberra, located approximately 6 kilometres south-west of the CBD in the South Canberra district. With a population of around 3,120, the suburb covers 3.58 square kilometres at an elevation of 593 metres. First developed in the 1920s with most construction occurring after 1945, Deakin is one of Canberra's most prestigious residential areas. The suburb is home to The Lodge, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia.
Deakin offers a leafy, upmarket lifestyle with tree-lined streets, established gardens, and a village-style shopping precinct on Denison Street. The suburb borders Yarralumla, Forrest, and Curtin, and is close to Parliament House and the diplomatic precinct. Residents enjoy proximity to the Royal Canberra Golf Club, Deakin playing fields, and Stromlo Forest Park. It attracts diplomats, senior public servants, and professionals who value its central location and quiet, prestigious character.
Deakin falls under postcode 2600 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- R3, R4 — Civic (Canberra CBD) 15-20 min
- 1, 2 — Woden Interchange 10 min
- R3 — Belconnen 30 min
Commute to Canberra Civic
🛣️ Light rail does not extend to Deakin. Bus rapid transit on Adelaide Avenue provides fast CBD access.
Deakin shops provide essentials but the spread-out Canberra layout means a car is still useful for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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New South Wales Crescent
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Melbourne Avenue
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Denison Street
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Denison Street
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Loftus Street
Housing 2021 Census
41 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 159
- 2. India 73
- 3. United States 50
- 4. China 43
- 5. Malaysia 34
- 6. New Zealand 33
- 7. Italy 27
- 8. Germany 25
- 9. Vietnam 25
- 10. South Africa 22
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)