Forde
ACT 2914 • Australian Capital Territory
About Forde
Forde is an affluent suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, located approximately 15 kilometres north of the CBD. Named after former Prime Minister Frank Forde, the suburb was established in 2008 and had a population of 4,435 at the 2021 census. It is a relatively new, family-oriented neighbourhood characterised by modern housing, generous green spaces, and proximity to the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary.
Residents of Forde enjoy a nature-rich lifestyle with 29% of the suburb devoted to green space, including 11 parks and 39 hectares of wetlands and nature reserves. The nearby Gungahlin Town Centre provides shopping, dining, and essential services. The suburb is popular with young families and professionals drawn to its modern homes, walking trails, and the unique cat containment laws that protect local wildlife including the rare regent honeyeater.
Forde falls under postcode 2914 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- R2 Rapid — Gungahlin to City via light rail interchange 10 min to Gungahlin
- 51, 52 — Gungahlin Town Centre loop services 10-15 min to Gungahlin TC
Commute to Canberra City (Civic)
🛣️ Light rail from Gungahlin runs every 5-15 min to Civic
Most errands require a car, though local parks and walking trails are accessible on foot. Bus connections to Gungahlin Town Centre available.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Katherine Avenue
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Burdekin Avenue
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Wimmera Street
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Cnr Mapleton Ave & Wimmera St
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 262
- 2. China 166
- 3. England 133
- 4. Sri Lanka 51
- 5. Philippines 50
- 6. New Zealand 47
- 7. South Africa 46
- 8. Vietnam 45
- 9. South Korea 36
- 10. United States 33
- 11. Croatia 28
- 12. Pakistan 28
- 13. Malaysia 27
- 14. Nepal 23
- 15. Egypt 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)