Macarthur

ACT 2904 • Australian Capital Territory

1,405
Population (2021)
$69,368
Median Income
1.30 km²
Area
670m
Elevation

About Macarthur

Macarthur is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 1,405 and a median income of $69,368, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.30 km² at an elevation of 670m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 670m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Macarthur offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Macarthur falls under postcode 2904 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Brindabella electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2904
Urban Area
Tuggeranong
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.40°, 149.13°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.30 km²
Elevation
670m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,427
Census 2021
1,405
1.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$58,916
Income 2021
$69,368
17.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,161
Born Overseas 238

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 63
  • 2. India 24
  • 3. South Africa 13
  • 4. Sri Lanka 11
  • 5. New Zealand 10
  • 6. Philippines 10
  • 7. Singapore 9
  • 8. Germany 8
  • 9. United States 7
  • 10. Iraq 6
  • 11. Poland 6
  • 12. Ireland 5
  • 13. Malta 5
  • 14. Scotland 5
  • 15. Vietnam 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 563
English 556
Irish 234
Scottish 201
German 72
Italian 43
Dutch 40
Greek 27
Australian Aboriginal 25
Croatian 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

857
Both parents born in Australia
309
Both parents born overseas
227
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.3%
No Religion
40.7%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
89 (6.3%)
5-14 years
215 (15.3%)
15-19 years
74 (5.3%)
20-24 years
64 (4.6%)
25-34 years
159 (11.3%)
35-44 years
198 (14.1%)
45-54 years
184 (13.1%)
55-64 years
198 (14.1%)
65-74 years
178 (12.7%)
75-84 years
35 (2.5%)
85+ years
14 (1.0%)

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