Lyneham

ACT 2602 • Australian Capital Territory

5,703
Population (2021)
$62,400
Median Income
5.48 km²
Area
575m
Elevation

About Lyneham

Lyneham is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 5,703 and a median income of $62,400, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 5.48 km² at an elevation of 575m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 575m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lyneham offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lyneham falls under postcode 2602 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kurrajong electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2602
Urban Area
Braddon - Kowen
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.24°, 149.13°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
5.48 km²
Elevation
575m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$425
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,112
Census 2021
5,703
11.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$51,428
Income 2021
$62,400
21.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,517
Born Overseas 1,868

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 203
  • 2. China 193
  • 3. India 162
  • 4. Vietnam 84
  • 5. Nepal 69
  • 6. New Zealand 69
  • 7. United States 56
  • 8. Indonesia 43
  • 9. Germany 42
  • 10. South Korea 39
  • 11. Croatia 38
  • 12. Malaysia 38
  • 13. Hong Kong 34
  • 14. Italy 30
  • 15. Philippines 30

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,818
Australian 1,535
Irish 749
Scottish 604
Chinese 415
German 237
Indian 205
Italian 181
Dutch 114
Vietnamese 106

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,300
Both parents born in Australia
2,254
Both parents born overseas
799
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.6%
Christianity
27.8%
Buddhism
4.6%
Hinduism
3.8%
Islam
2.6%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
225 (3.9%)
5-14 years
424 (7.4%)
15-19 years
192 (3.4%)
20-24 years
591 (10.4%)
25-34 years
1,369 (24.0%)
35-44 years
825 (14.5%)
45-54 years
610 (10.7%)
55-64 years
516 (9.0%)
65-74 years
447 (7.8%)
75-84 years
284 (5.0%)
85+ years
212 (3.7%)

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