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Molonglo

ACT 2611 • Australian Capital Territory

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.19 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Molonglo

Molonglo is an administrative locality designation in the ACT, postcode 2611, covering land along the Molonglo River corridor west of central Canberra. The 2021 Census recorded zero permanent residents, as the locality captures undeveloped and river reserve land rather than a conventional residential precinct. The Molonglo River is a significant natural waterway that flows through the western suburbs of Canberra before joining the Murrumbidgee River, and the broader valley forms part of one of the ACT's major urban growth corridors.

The Molonglo River corridor is a valued natural and recreational asset, managed as part of the Molonglo River Reserve with walking trails, wetlands, and wildlife habitats along its length. New residential suburbs including Wright, Coombs, Denman Prospect, and Whitlam have been developed in the broader Molonglo Valley, making the river corridor a focal green spine for these communities. The locality is accessed via Coppins Crossing Road and Adelaide Avenue from the Weston Creek area.

Molonglo falls under postcode 2611 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.

📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2611
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Murrumbidgee
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.30°, 149.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.19 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transport Canberra Route 51, 54 — Canberra City / Weston 20-30 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
12 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
18-28 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
13-20 min

🛣️ Coppins Crossing Road and Tuggeranong Parkway provide arterial access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

River reserve locality with nature trails but no commercial services; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
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Personal Income 2021
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▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Molonglo ACT? +

Molonglo is an administrative locality covering the Molonglo River corridor in western Canberra, encompassing the Molonglo River Reserve and transitional land within the growing Molonglo Valley urban precinct.

How far is Molonglo from Canberra CBD? +

The Molonglo locality is approximately 12 kilometres west of the Canberra CBD (Civic), a 18–28 minute drive.

Does Molonglo have public transport? +

Bus services are available to adjacent developed suburbs. The river reserve locality itself has no direct public transport.

What is the population of Molonglo? +

The 2021 Census recorded zero permanent residents in Molonglo, as it is a river reserve and transitional land designation.

What can you do in Molonglo? +

The Molonglo River Reserve offers walking trails, birdwatching, and nature experiences along the riverbank, providing a natural escape for residents of the growing Molonglo Valley suburbs.

What is the postcode for Molonglo? +

The postcode for Molonglo is 2611.