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Oxley

ACT 2903 • Australian Capital Territory

1,703
Population (2021)
$124,436
Median Household Income
1.09 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablishedQuietSuburban

About Oxley

Oxley is a small, established residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, postcode 2903, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 1,703 — virtually unchanged from 1,693 in 2016 — Oxley is a stable, quiet community at 618 metres elevation covering approximately 1.1 square kilometres. Located approximately 15 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD, the suburb was developed in the 1980s and is a predominantly low-density residential area with good green space and a calm suburban character.

Oxley is well positioned for access to the Tuggeranong Town Centre, which provides a full range of shopping, dining, medical, and community services. The suburb borders Wanniassa and Kambah, and Lake Tuggeranong's foreshore and recreation areas are nearby. Transport Canberra bus routes provide connections to the Tuggeranong Town Centre and the Canberra CBD via the Tuggeranong Parkway. The suburb is popular with families and older residents who value its quiet residential character.

Oxley falls under postcode 2903 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Brindabella electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2903
Urban Area
Tuggeranong
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Bean
State Electorate
Brindabella
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.41°, 149.08°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.09 km²
Elevation
618m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,150
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
10.2%

56 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transport Canberra Route 80, 81 — Tuggeranong Town Centre / Canberra City 22-35 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
15 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
22-32 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
17-25 min

🛣️ Tuggeranong Parkway provides direct fast access north to the CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Low-density residential suburb; local parks accessible on foot but shopping requires a car or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,693
Census 2021
1,703
▲ 0.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$48,672
Personal Income 2021
$58,864
▲ 20.9% 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
$58,864 / yr
$1132/wk
Household
$124,436 / yr
$2393/wk
Family
$143,208 / yr
$2754/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,328
Born Overseas 316

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 48
  • 2. India 26
  • 3. Philippines 23
  • 4. China 14
  • 5. New Zealand 11
  • 6. Hong Kong 10
  • 7. Italy 9
  • 8. Malaysia 9
  • 9. Nepal 9
  • 10. Singapore 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 665
English 620
Irish 223
Scottish 179
German 80
Italian 64
Australian Aboriginal 57
Chinese 50
Filipino 34
Dutch 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

952
Both parents born in Australia
437
Both parents born overseas
249
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.4%
No Religion
42.7%
Buddhism
2.5%
Islam
1.9%
Hinduism
1.5%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
93 (5.5%)
5-14 years
242 (14.2%)
15-19 years
107 (6.3%)
20-24 years
97 (5.7%)
25-34 years
215 (12.6%)
35-44 years
201 (11.8%)
45-54 years
216 (12.7%)
55-64 years
267 (15.7%)
65-74 years
205 (12.0%)
75-84 years
42 (2.5%)
85+ years
15 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oxley ACT known for? +

Oxley is a quiet, family-oriented suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, known for its spacious low-density residential character and easy access to the Tuggeranong Town Centre and Lake Tuggeranong.

How far is Oxley from Canberra CBD? +

Oxley is approximately 15 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD (Civic), about a 22–32 minute drive via the Tuggeranong Parkway.

Does Oxley have public transport? +

Yes, Transport Canberra bus routes connect Oxley to the Tuggeranong Town Centre and the Canberra CBD. There is no rail service.

What is the population of Oxley? +

Oxley had a stable population of 1,703 in the 2021 Census, virtually unchanged from 1,693 in 2016.

Is Oxley a good place to live? +

Oxley suits families and those seeking a quiet, established residential suburb with good community parks and easy access to the Tuggeranong Town Centre and CBD.

What is the postcode for Oxley? +

The postcode for Oxley is 2903.

What is the average income in Oxley? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Oxley is about $1,132 per week (around $58,900 per year). The median household income is $2,393 per week and the median family income is $2,754 per week.

What is the age profile of Oxley? +

The median age in Oxley is 39. The largest age group is 55–64 (267 residents, around 16%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Oxley? +

In Oxley, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,150 (2021 Census).