Kaleen

ACT 2617 • Australian Capital Territory

7,672
Population (2021)
$54,600
Median Income
6.03 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyEstablishedCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Kaleen

Kaleen is a well-established residential suburb in Canberra's north, located approximately 8 kilometres from the city centre within the Belconnen District of the Australian Capital Territory. With a population of around 7,672, the suburb sits at an elevation of 596 metres and has a median age of 39, reflecting a broad mix of families, professionals and long-term residents. A median household income of $2,336 per week speaks to its solid middle-class character, bolstered by a diverse multicultural community that has grown steadily over recent decades.

Day-to-day conveniences are well catered for, with a Coles supermarket anchoring the local Gwydir Square shopping centre on Maribyrnong Avenue. Kaleen is served by Canberra's ACTION bus network and is close to major arterial roads linking to Belconnen Town Centre and the CBD. Tree-lined streets, local reserves and proximity to schools make it a popular choice for families seeking a quiet suburban lifestyle with easy access to the capital's amenities.

Kaleen falls under postcode 2617 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2617
Urban Area
Belconnen
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.23°, 149.11°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
6.03 km²
Elevation
596m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Gwydir Square 1 Maribyrnong Ave Kaleen ACT 2617 Keleen 2617 ACT

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.9%

158 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,271
Census 2021
7,672
5.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,148
Income 2021
$54,600
23.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,210
Born Overseas 2,240

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 294
  • 2. England 211
  • 3. India 192
  • 4. Vietnam 118
  • 5. Philippines 86
  • 6. New Zealand 81
  • 7. Italy 61
  • 8. Croatia 56
  • 9. United States 55
  • 10. Nepal 52

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,379
English 2,365
Irish 900
Scottish 765
Chinese 548
Italian 367
German 290
Indian 211
Australian Aboriginal 170
Greek 160

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,508
Both parents born in Australia
2,845
Both parents born overseas
1,043
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.9%
Christianity
42.3%
Buddhism
3.4%
Hinduism
2.9%
Islam
2.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
427 (5.6%)
5-14 years
953 (12.4%)
15-19 years
416 (5.4%)
20-24 years
450 (5.9%)
25-34 years
1,018 (13.3%)
35-44 years
1,105 (14.4%)
45-54 years
900 (11.7%)
55-64 years
864 (11.3%)
65-74 years
988 (12.9%)
75-84 years
415 (5.4%)
85+ years
130 (1.7%)

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