Wright

ACT 2611 • Australian Capital Territory

3,808
Population (2021)
$75,192
Median Income
1.27 km²
Area
585m
Elevation

About Wright

Wright is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 3,808 and a median income of $75,192, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.27 km² at an elevation of 585m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Wright is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wright falls under postcode 2611 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2611
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.32°, 149.03°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.27 km²
Elevation
585m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$461
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
32 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,753
Census 2021
3,808
38.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$71,032
Income 2021
$75,192
5.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,232
Born Overseas 1,456

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 370
  • 2. Nepal 108
  • 3. China 87
  • 4. Philippines 74
  • 5. England 70
  • 6. United States 54
  • 7. Sri Lanka 51
  • 8. New Zealand 48
  • 9. Pakistan 38
  • 10. Malaysia 35
  • 11. Bangladesh 34
  • 12. Hong Kong 30
  • 13. Thailand 27
  • 14. South Korea 24
  • 15. Vietnam 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,043
English 892
Indian 427
Irish 299
Scottish 298
Chinese 267
German 119
Filipino 97
Italian 95
Dutch 55

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,318
Both parents born in Australia
1,892
Both parents born overseas
463
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
40.4%
Christianity
31.5%
Hinduism
11.3%
Islam
5.8%
Buddhism
3.4%
Sikhism
2.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
281 (7.4%)
5-14 years
492 (12.9%)
15-19 years
140 (3.7%)
20-24 years
282 (7.4%)
25-34 years
1,019 (26.8%)
35-44 years
810 (21.3%)
45-54 years
385 (10.1%)
55-64 years
237 (6.2%)
65-74 years
132 (3.5%)
75-84 years
37 (1.0%)
85+ years
9 (0.2%)

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