Strathnairn
ACT 2615 • Australian Capital Territory
About Strathnairn
Strathnairn is a contemporary residential suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located approximately 16 kilometres west-north-west of the Canberra CBD. Gazetted in 2016, the suburb forms part of the Ginninderry cross-border development that straddles the ACT and New South Wales boundary. As of the 2021 census, Strathnairn had a population of 714, reflecting its early-stage growth. The suburb sits at an elevation of around 558 metres with views across the surrounding hills and Moncrieff Hills nature corridor.
Strathnairn is a master-planned community designed with sustainability and liveability at its core, featuring green open spaces, walking trails, and a planned village centre. The suburb neighbours Holt and Macnamara and benefits from Belconnen's established infrastructure, including Westfield Belconnen shopping centre, schools, and community facilities. The Ginninderry nature reserve corridor provides residents with direct access to native bushland. As development progresses, Strathnairn is attracting young families and first-home buyers drawn by newer homes and relative affordability within the ACT.
Strathnairn falls under postcode 2615 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ginninderra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 60, 62 — Belconnen Town Centre / City ~35–45 min to City
- Route 59 — Kippax / Belconnen ~15–20 min to Belconnen Town Centre
Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)
🛣️ Bus rapid transit connects Belconnen to city. Light rail Stage 2 to Belconnen is planned and would benefit this suburb.
A growing suburb with improving walkability as development continues. Internal paths and trails are well-planned but bus access is limited and most services require a car or bus trip to Kippax or Belconnen.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bettington Court
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Ratcliffe Crescent
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Tillyard Drive
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Starke Street
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100 Starke Street
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O'Loghlen Street
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Hirschfeld Crescent
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Copland Drive