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Uriarra Village

ACT 2611 • Australian Capital Territory

309
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandHistoricQuiet

About Uriarra Village

Uriarra Village is a small, historic settlement in the Coree district of the Australian Capital Territory, situated approximately 30 kilometres west of Canberra CBD. With a population of 309 recorded in the 2021 Census — down from 349 in 2016 — it is one of the smallest inhabited localities in the ACT. The village holds a unique distinction as the only community title village in Australia, formally recognised and named by the ACT Government in 2012 after being rebuilt following its near-total destruction in the devastating 2003 Canberra bushfires.

Surrounded entirely by Canberra Nature Park, Uriarra Village offers a rare semi-rural lifestyle within the ACT, appealing to residents who value open space, bushland, and a genuine village atmosphere. There are no commercial amenities within the village itself; residents travel to Canberra's western suburbs for shopping, schools, and services. The above-average median income for the area reflects a demographic of established households drawn to the unique character of this rebuilt bush community, making Uriarra Village a genuinely distinct place to call home.

Uriarra Village 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°, 148.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.92 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • CDC Canberra school services — School services only — no regular public routes N/A

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
30 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
30–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ Access via Uriarra Road and Tuggeranong Parkway; no regular public transport for adults

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable amenities in the village; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
309
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uriarra Village known for? +

Uriarra Village is known as the only community title village in Australia and for its remarkable rebuilding story following the 2003 Canberra bushfires, which destroyed most of the original settlement. Surrounded by Canberra Nature Park, it offers a peaceful bush retreat within the ACT.

How far is Uriarra Village from Canberra CBD? +

Uriarra Village is approximately 30 kilometres west of Canberra's city centre (Civic), making it roughly a 25–45 minute drive depending on traffic.

Does Uriarra Village have public transport? +

There are no regular public bus services to Uriarra Village. The ACT Government's CDC Canberra operates school services from the area, but adults must rely on private vehicles for daily travel.

What is the population of Uriarra Village? +

According to the 2021 Census, Uriarra Village has a population of 309 residents, a slight decline from 349 in 2016, reflecting the small and stable nature of this unique ACT village.

Is Uriarra Village a good place to live? +

Uriarra Village suits those who value an exceptionally quiet, natural environment and are happy to commute to Canberra for work and services. Its bushland setting, community spirit, and unique status as Australia's only community title village make it a genuinely special place to call home.

What is the postcode for Uriarra Village? +

The postcode for Uriarra Village is 2611, which it shares with Weston Creek and several other ACT localities in the western Canberra area.