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Symonston

ACT 2609 • Australian Capital Territory

655
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Inner CityAffordable
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About Symonston

Symonston is a small locality in the Australian Capital Territory, situated approximately 5 km south-east of the Canberra CBD near the Hume Highway and Canberra Airport. With a 2021 Census population of around 655 residents, it is predominantly a government and light-industrial precinct rather than a traditional residential suburb. The area is home to several major ACT and Commonwealth government facilities, including the Australian Federal Police (AFP) headquarters and the ACT Emergency Services Agency. Its name derives from Thomas Symons, an early colonial landowner in the district.

While Symonston has limited retail and community amenities of its own, residents benefit from close proximity to the suburbs of Fyshwick and Griffith, as well as easy access to the Monaro Highway. The locality houses some residential pockets but is largely characterised by government campuses, storage facilities, and light industry. Canberra Airport is within 3 km, making it convenient for frequent travellers and aviation-related businesses. The surrounding road network provides excellent connectivity throughout Canberra.

Symonston falls under postcode 2609 and lies within an unincorporated area with no local council. For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Canberra, while state elections fall under the Kurrajong electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2609
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Canberra
State Electorate
Kurrajong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.32°, 149.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.79 km²
Population Density
67 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2609

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2609 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$59,444
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,519

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2609; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 7 (ACTION Bus) — Civic / City Centre 20–25 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
5 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
10–15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8–10 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent. ACTION bus services available. Close to Monaro Highway.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited footpaths and few walkable destinations; a car is necessary for most daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
655
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Symonston known for? +

Symonston is primarily known as a government and light-industrial precinct in the ACT. It houses the Australian Federal Police (AFP) national headquarters, the ACT Emergency Services Agency, and is close to Canberra Airport.

Is Symonston a residential suburb? +

Symonston has a small residential population of around 655 people (2021 Census), but it is predominantly a government and commercial area rather than a traditional residential suburb.

How far is Symonston from Canberra CBD? +

Symonston is approximately 5 km south-east of the Canberra CBD (Civic). The drive takes around 8–15 minutes depending on traffic, and ACTION bus services also connect the area to the city.

What is the population of Symonston? +

Symonston had a population of 655 at the 2021 Census.