Forde

ACT 2914 • Australian Capital Territory

4,435
Population (2021)
$80,496
Median Income
1.92 km²
Area
650m
Elevation

About Forde

Forde is an upscale, prestigious suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 4,435 and a median income of $80,496, the suburb attracts established professionals, executives, and affluent families. Covering 1.92 km² at an elevation of 650m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 650m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Forde offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Forde falls under postcode 2914 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2914
Urban Area
Gungahlin
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.17°, 149.15°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.92 km²
Elevation
650m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$590
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,481
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,308
Census 2021
4,435
2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$69,004
Income 2021
$80,496
16.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,939
Born Overseas 1,375

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 262
  • 2. China 166
  • 3. England 133
  • 4. Sri Lanka 51
  • 5. Philippines 50
  • 6. New Zealand 47
  • 7. South Africa 46
  • 8. Vietnam 45
  • 9. South Korea 36
  • 10. United States 33
  • 11. Croatia 28
  • 12. Pakistan 28
  • 13. Malaysia 27
  • 14. Nepal 23
  • 15. Egypt 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,359
English 1,209
Irish 374
Chinese 364
Indian 350
Scottish 347
Italian 167
German 166
Croatian 131
Dutch 90

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,799
Both parents born in Australia
1,929
Both parents born overseas
574
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.3%
No Religion
35.6%
Hinduism
7.2%
Buddhism
2.5%
Islam
2.4%
Sikhism
1.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
317 (7.1%)
5-14 years
863 (19.5%)
15-19 years
333 (7.5%)
20-24 years
222 (5.0%)
25-34 years
468 (10.6%)
35-44 years
901 (20.3%)
45-54 years
759 (17.1%)
55-64 years
313 (7.1%)
65-74 years
184 (4.1%)
75-84 years
59 (1.3%)
85+ years
11 (0.2%)

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