Chifley

ACT 2606 • Australian Capital Territory

2,680
Population (2021)
$61,932
Median Income
1.59 km²
Area
628m
Elevation

About Chifley

Chifley is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 2,680 and a median income of $61,932, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.59 km² at an elevation of 628m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 628m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Chifley offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Chifley falls under postcode 2606 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2606
Urban Area
Narrabundah - Weston
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.35°, 149.08°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.59 km²
Elevation
628m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,407
Census 2021
2,680
11.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$50,492
Income 2021
$61,932
22.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,803
Born Overseas 806

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Nepal 109
  • 2. India 100
  • 3. England 74
  • 4. China 48
  • 5. Philippines 38
  • 6. New Zealand 25
  • 7. Pakistan 19
  • 8. Sri Lanka 19
  • 9. Germany 18
  • 10. Malaysia 15
  • 11. Italy 14
  • 12. Vietnam 13
  • 13. Ireland 12
  • 14. United States 12
  • 15. Scotland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 884
Australian 777
Irish 368
Scottish 266
German 136
Chinese 105
Indian 91
Italian 82
Greek 60
Filipino 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,240
Both parents born in Australia
1,005
Both parents born overseas
349
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.5%
Christianity
37.9%
Hinduism
7.7%
Buddhism
3.8%
Islam
1.8%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
144 (5.4%)
5-14 years
284 (10.6%)
15-19 years
132 (4.9%)
20-24 years
172 (6.4%)
25-34 years
503 (18.8%)
35-44 years
405 (15.1%)
45-54 years
329 (12.3%)
55-64 years
269 (10.0%)
65-74 years
202 (7.5%)
75-84 years
174 (6.5%)
85+ years
54 (2.0%)

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