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Mawson

ACT 2607 • Australian Capital Territory

3,440
Population (2021)
$60,216
Median Income
2.11 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableInner City

About Mawson

Mawson is a well-established residential suburb in Canberra's Woden Valley district, located approximately 13 kilometres south-southwest of the CBD. Named after the celebrated Antarctic explorer Sir Douglas Mawson, the suburb was gazetted in 1966 and has a population of around 3,440 residents. It covers a compact area of just over 2 square kilometres at an elevation of about 615 metres, giving it a cool continental climate typical of the ACT. Street names in Mawson follow an Antarctic theme, reflecting the suburb's namesake heritage.

Mawson offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with good access to everyday essentials, anchored by the Mawson Place shopping precinct which includes a Woolworths supermarket and a variety of local services. The suburb attracts a mix of families, professionals, and long-term residents who value its relative affordability within the ACT market and its proximity to Woden Town Centre. Tyagarah Park provides green open space for recreation, and the suburb's well-maintained streets and established gardens give it a settled, community-focused character. Median weekly rent sits around $400, making Mawson one of the more accessible suburbs in inner Canberra.

Mawson falls under postcode 2607 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.

📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2607
Urban Area
Narrabundah - Weston
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Bean
State Electorate
Murrumbidgee
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.36°, 149.10°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
2.11 km²
Elevation
644m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woden Bus Interchange
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • R6, 81, 82 — Woden Interchange / Civic 10-20 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
13 km
By Train
N/A — no train service
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Bus services via Woden Interchange to Civic. The ACT's light rail does not extend to Woden yet.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and parks accessible on foot; most destinations require a bus or car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Mawson Place Mawson 2607 ACT

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Mawson.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.1%

94 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,252
Census 2021
3,440
▲ 5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$49,608
Income 2021
$60,216
▲ 21.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,133
Born Overseas 1,175

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 162
  • 2. Nepal 146
  • 3. England 93
  • 4. Philippines 74
  • 5. China 57
  • 6. New Zealand 31
  • 7. Pakistan 25
  • 8. United States 25
  • 9. Bangladesh 24
  • 10. Sri Lanka 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 967
Australian 905
Irish 440
Scottish 345
Indian 189
Chinese 170
German 142
Italian 130
Filipino 93
Australian Aboriginal 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,419
Both parents born in Australia
1,416
Both parents born overseas
456
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
38.3%
No Religion
38.1%
Hinduism
8.3%
Buddhism
4.5%
Islam
3.0%
Sikhism
1.8%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
178 (5.2%)
5-14 years
432 (12.6%)
15-19 years
160 (4.7%)
20-24 years
179 (5.2%)
25-34 years
571 (16.6%)
35-44 years
515 (15.0%)
45-54 years
395 (11.5%)
55-64 years
396 (11.5%)
65-74 years
294 (8.5%)
75-84 years
243 (7.1%)
85+ years
75 (2.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Mawson from Canberra CBD? +

Mawson is approximately 13 km south-southwest of Canberra's city centre (Civic), about a 15–20 minute drive off-peak.

What bus services run through Mawson? +

Mawson is served by ACTION bus routes including the R6 and local routes connecting to Woden Town Centre, from where frequent services run to Civic and other parts of Canberra.

What is the median rent in Mawson? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Mawson is approximately $400 per week, which is competitive for the ACT.

Are there schools in Mawson? +

Mawson Primary School is the local government primary school. Secondary students typically attend nearby Canberra High School or other schools in the Woden Valley district.

What shopping is available in Mawson? +

The Mawson Place shopping centre anchors the suburb with a Woolworths supermarket, specialty retailers, cafes, and professional services.