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Franklin

ACT 2913 • Australian Capital Territory

7,484
Population (2021)
$123,916
Median Household Income
2.30 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyModernGrowth SuburbClose to Transport

About Franklin

Franklin is a modern suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, located approximately 11 kilometres north-north-west of the CBD. With a population of around 7,480, the suburb was established in 2007 and is named after novelist Miles Franklin. Franklin covers 2.3 square kilometres at an elevation of 611 metres and is one of Gungahlin's newer residential developments. The suburb features a mix of detached houses and townhouses with a predominantly young demographic.

Franklin offers a contemporary suburban lifestyle with wetlands, parks, and walking paths integrated throughout the development. The suburb is close to the Gungahlin Town Centre for shopping, dining, and services. Streets are named after female Australian writers, reflecting a literary theme. Franklin attracts young families and first-home buyers who appreciate the modern housing stock, community facilities, and improving transport connections to the Canberra CBD via light rail.

Franklin falls under postcode 2913 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2913
Urban Area
Gungahlin
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Fenner
State Electorate
Yerrabi
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.20°, 149.14°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
2.30 km²
Elevation
612m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,885
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
30 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.9%

39 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Franklin
0.5 km
6 min
Harrison
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • R8 — Civic (Canberra CBD) 25-30 min
  • 51, 52 — Gungahlin Town Centre 5 min

Commute to Canberra Civic

Distance
11 km
By Train
20 min (light rail)
By Bus
25-30 min
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Light rail provides direct service to Civic via Gungahlin Place stop

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good pedestrian paths and proximity to Gungahlin Town Centre make daily errands manageable on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,419
Census 2021
7,484
▲ 16.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$52,104
Personal Income 2021
$58,292
▲ 11.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$58,292 / yr
$1121/wk
Household
$123,916 / yr
$2383/wk
Family
$131,248 / yr
$2524/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,519
Born Overseas 3,704

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 686
  • 2. India 646
  • 3. Nepal 384
  • 4. Vietnam 181
  • 5. South Korea 165
  • 6. Sri Lanka 120
  • 7. Pakistan 119
  • 8. Bangladesh 116
  • 9. Philippines 113
  • 10. England 95

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,468
English 1,314
Chinese 1,152
Indian 717
Irish 402
Scottish 339
Vietnamese 248
Korean 200
German 173
Filipino 170

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,848
Both parents born in Australia
4,744
Both parents born overseas
619
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
39.5%
Christianity
26.0%
Hinduism
13.7%
Islam
7.2%
Buddhism
5.9%
Sikhism
2.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
536 (7.2%)
5-14 years
971 (13.0%)
15-19 years
357 (4.8%)
20-24 years
622 (8.3%)
25-34 years
1,938 (25.9%)
35-44 years
1,484 (19.8%)
45-54 years
864 (11.5%)
55-64 years
409 (5.5%)
65-74 years
222 (3.0%)
75-84 years
58 (0.8%)
85+ years
14 (0.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin known for? +

Franklin offers a contemporary suburban lifestyle with wetlands, parks, and walking paths integrated throughout the development.

How far is Franklin from Canberra CBD (Civic)? +

Franklin is approximately 11 kilometres from Canberra CBD (Civic). The drive takes approximately 20-25 min in peak hour and 15 min off-peak.

Does Franklin have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Franklin (0.5 km away, approximately 6 min walk) on the Canberra Light Rail (City to Gungahlin). Bus services include R8, running to Civic (Canberra CBD) in approximately 25-30 min.

What is the population of Franklin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Franklin has a population of 7,484 residents. The suburb is part of the broader Australian Capital Territory metropolitan area.

Is Franklin a good place to live? +

Franklin is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in Canberra. The suburb is close to the Gungahlin Town Centre for shopping, dining, and services.

What is the postcode for Franklin? +

The postcode for Franklin is 2913. It is located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

What is the average income in Franklin? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Franklin is about $1,121 per week (around $58,300 per year). The median household income is $2,383 per week and the median family income is $2,524 per week.

What is the age profile of Franklin? +

The median age in Franklin is 30. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,938 residents, around 26%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 4% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Franklin? +

In Franklin, the median weekly rent is $460, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,885 (2021 Census).