Richardson

ACT 2905 • Australian Capital Territory

3,058
Population (2021)
$52,624
Median Income
2.24 km²
Area
609m
Elevation

About Richardson

Richardson is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 3,058 and a median income of $52,624, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.24 km² at an elevation of 609m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 609m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Richardson offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Richardson falls under postcode 2905 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Brindabella electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2905
Urban Area
Tuggeranong
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.43°, 149.12°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
2.24 km²
Elevation
609m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$391
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,006
Census 2021
3,058
1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,876
Income 2021
$52,624
17.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,311
Born Overseas 644

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 84
  • 2. India 71
  • 3. New Zealand 38
  • 4. Philippines 33
  • 5. Iraq 30
  • 6. China 23
  • 7. Nepal 23
  • 8. Vietnam 22
  • 9. South Africa 15
  • 10. Germany 14
  • 11. Canada 12
  • 12. Fiji 12
  • 13. Croatia 11
  • 14. Thailand 11
  • 15. United States 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,175
English 1,050
Irish 331
Scottish 307
German 160
Australian Aboriginal 139
Chinese 95
Italian 87
Indian 60
Dutch 55

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,624
Both parents born in Australia
894
Both parents born overseas
413
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.0%
No Religion
43.2%
Islam
3.1%
Hinduism
2.2%
Buddhism
1.5%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
190 (6.2%)
5-14 years
424 (13.9%)
15-19 years
202 (6.6%)
20-24 years
182 (6.0%)
25-34 years
471 (15.4%)
35-44 years
430 (14.1%)
45-54 years
403 (13.2%)
55-64 years
389 (12.7%)
65-74 years
262 (8.6%)
75-84 years
86 (2.8%)
85+ years
24 (0.8%)

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