Weetangera

ACT 2614 • Australian Capital Territory

2,795
Population (2021)
$69,264
Median Income
1.58 km²
Area
651m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyEstablishedSuburbanQuietWell-Located

About Weetangera

Weetangera is an established suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of the CBD. With a population of 2,795 at the 2021 census (up 8.5% from 2016), it is a quiet, well-established residential area with tree-lined streets and a mix of original 1970s-80s homes and modern renovations. The suburb has 7 parks covering about 7.7% of its total area.

Weetangera offers a family-friendly lifestyle with proximity to the Belconnen Town Centre for major shopping and services, along with easy access to the Australian National University and Bruce sporting precinct. The suburb is home to Weetangera Primary School and borders the lower slopes of Black Mountain. It appeals to families, academics, and public servants seeking a quiet neighbourhood with good access to Canberra's key employment hubs.

Weetangera falls under postcode 2614 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ginninderra electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2614
Urban Area
Belconnen
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.25°, 149.05°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.58 km²
Elevation
651m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Phillip Avenue (Light Rail - future Stage 2B)
3 km
36 min

Bus Services

  • R4 Rapid — Belconnen to City via Haydon Dr 20-25 min to City
  • 30, 31 — Belconnen Town Centre loop 5-10 min to Belconnen TC
  • 80 — Belconnen to Civic via ANU 20-25 min

Commute to Canberra City (Civic)

Distance
8 km
By Train
No light rail yet (Stage 2B planned for Belconnen)
By Bus
20-30 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Well-served by bus routes to both Belconnen TC and City. Light rail extension to Belconnen is planned.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local parks and Weetangera Primary School are walkable. Belconnen Town Centre is a short drive or bus ride for major shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$490
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,576
Census 2021
2,795
8.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$60,944
Income 2021
$69,264
13.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,071
Born Overseas 664

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 114
  • 2. India 62
  • 3. China 53
  • 4. Nepal 39
  • 5. New Zealand 38
  • 6. Vietnam 38
  • 7. United States 32
  • 8. Italy 25
  • 9. Pakistan 20
  • 10. Greece 16
  • 11. Malaysia 12
  • 12. Fiji 10
  • 13. Croatia 9
  • 14. Hong Kong 9
  • 15. Scotland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,121
Australian 940
Irish 397
Scottish 353
Chinese 148
Italian 127
German 125
Indian 68
Greek 55
Vietnamese 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,500
Both parents born in Australia
842
Both parents born overseas
382
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.0%
Christianity
39.9%
Hinduism
3.4%
Islam
1.9%
Buddhism
1.9%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
130 (4.7%)
5-14 years
385 (13.8%)
15-19 years
212 (7.6%)
20-24 years
162 (5.8%)
25-34 years
284 (10.2%)
35-44 years
357 (12.8%)
45-54 years
404 (14.5%)
55-64 years
291 (10.4%)
65-74 years
276 (9.9%)
75-84 years
219 (7.8%)
85+ years
77 (2.8%)

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