Gungahlin
ACT 2912 • Australian Capital Territory
About Gungahlin
Gungahlin is the town centre suburb of Canberra's northernmost and fastest-growing district, situated approximately 13 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD (Civic). The suburb itself had a population of 8,586 at the 2021 census, while the broader Gungahlin district is home to over 87,000 residents across 16 suburbs. Established in 1998, Gungahlin has grown into a modern, vibrant hub anchored by Hibberson Street — the district's main commercial precinct. The suburb has a young median age of 31 and a highly multicultural population, with nearly half of residents born overseas.
Gungahlin Town Centre offers exceptional everyday convenience, with major supermarkets (Coles, Woolworths and ALDI), Big W, numerous cafés, restaurants, two licensed clubs and specialist retailers all concentrated in a walkable precinct. The suburb is served by the Canberra Metro light rail, connecting residents to the CBD in approximately 25 minutes — making it one of the best-connected outer suburbs in the ACT. Popular with young professionals, families and students, Gungahlin also offers good school options including Burgmann Anglican School and several government primary and secondary schools in surrounding suburbs.
Gungahlin falls under postcode 2912 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 300, 302, 303 — Civic (Canberra City interchange) ~35–40 min
- 51, 52, 54 — Belconnen Town Centre ~25 min
- local routes — Surrounding Gungahlin suburbs ~10–20 min
Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)
🛣️ Gungahlin Place is the northern terminus of the ACT Government's Canberra Metro light rail (Stage 1). Light rail runs every 7–15 minutes during peak hours and every 15–30 minutes off-peak.
Gungahlin Town Centre has strong walkability for a Canberra outer suburb. The compact Hibberson Street precinct places supermarkets, cafés, services and the light rail stop within easy walking distance for residents near the centre.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesCnr Hibberson Street & Gungahlin Place Gungahlin 2912 ACT -
Woolworths30-33 Hibberson Street Gungahlin 2912 ACT -
ALDI43 Hibberson St, Gungahlin ACT 2912
Schools
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Cnr of Gungahlin Dr and The Valley Avenue
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23 Gozzard Street
Housing 2021 Census
105 state housing + 29 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. China 743
- 2. India 641
- 3. Nepal 418
- 4. South Korea 256
- 5. Vietnam 166
- 6. England 153
- 7. Philippines 145
- 8. Pakistan 142
- 9. Malaysia 81
- 10. New Zealand 81
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)