Hughes
ACT 2605 • Australian Capital Territory
About Hughes
Hughes is an established residential suburb in the Woden Valley district of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, located about 10 kilometres south of the city centre. Named after William Morris Hughes, Australia's seventh Prime Minister, the suburb has a population of approximately 3,210 with a median age of 43. It is an affluent area with a median household income of ,797 per week, reflecting its appeal to professionals and public servants working in nearby government offices.
Hughes offers a leafy, well-planned suburban environment with tree-lined streets, generous block sizes, and easy access to the Woden Town Centre for shopping and services. The suburb is home to Hughes Primary School and is close to several quality secondary schools. Garran Oval and surrounding parks provide green space for recreation, while the nearby Canberra Hospital makes it popular with medical professionals. The suburb's quiet streets, mature gardens, and proximity to Parliament House attract established families and downsizers seeking a premium inner-south location.
Hughes falls under postcode 2605 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- R4, R5 — Woden Town Centre & Civic (City) 5-20 min
- 2, 3 — Woden interchange 5 min
- Express services — Parliament House & City 15-25 min
Commute to Canberra City (Civic)
🛣️ Well-served by ACTION bus network via Woden interchange. Light rail extension to Woden planned.
Walkable to local shops and schools. Woden Town Centre is a short drive or bus ride for major shopping.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Theodore Street
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18 Theodore Street
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59 Wisdom Street
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Groom Street (Cnr Kent St)
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Hughes Primary School
Housing 2021 Census
60 state housing + 7 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 121
- 2. India 82
- 3. New Zealand 64
- 4. Nepal 40
- 5. United States 36
- 6. China 34
- 7. Canada 22
- 8. Scotland 19
- 9. Germany 17
- 10. Philippines 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)