Greenway
A 184% population jump over 10 years makes Greenway one of the ACT's most rapidly transformed suburbs, yet its median house price sits at an estimated $555,000, well below the national capital average. The suburb scores decile 8 on IRSAD nationally, placing it in the upper tier of socioeconomic advantage. With 63.4% apartments and only 2.6% separate houses, the built form is dense, and a 40.5% renter share reflects genuine tenant demand. University qualifications reach 47.1%, which is 17 points above the national figure, driven by the ACT's public sector employment base where 35.6% of local workers are in Public Administration.
Population
4,129
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,857/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
4
Median House
$555K
Estimated from rent (2025)
At an estimated $555,000 median, Greenway sits at an accessible entry point compared to many ACT suburbs, with monthly mortgage repayments averaging $1,625 and a mortgage-to-income ratio of 20.2%, below the 30% stress threshold. Only 2.6% of dwellings are separate houses, so buyers are overwhelmingly choosing apartments (63.4%) or semi-detached homes (34%). Two-bedroom dwellings make up 34.9% of stock and three-bedroom 33.3%, giving reasonable choice across the mid-range. Outright owners account for 23.7% and mortgage holders 35.8%, meaning most residents still carry debt. The vacancy rate of 10.3% is elevated, which can give buyers negotiating room but signals softer local market conditions than tighter ACT suburbs.
For Buyers
At an estimated $555,000 median, Greenway sits at an accessible entry point compared to many ACT suburbs, with monthly mortgage repayments averaging $1,625 and a mortgage-to-income ratio of 20.2%, below the 30% stress threshold. Only 2.6% of dwellings are separate houses, so buyers are overwhelmingly choosing apartments (63.4%) or semi-detached homes (34%). Two-bedroom dwellings make up 34.9% of stock and three-bedroom 33.3%, giving reasonable choice across the mid-range. Outright owners account for 23.7% and mortgage holders 35.8%, meaning most residents still carry debt. The vacancy rate of 10.3% is elevated, which can give buyers negotiating room but signals softer local market conditions than tighter ACT suburbs.
For Investors
A 40.5% renter share provides a solid tenant base, with weekly rent at $450. Against the $555,000 estimated median, that implies a gross yield near 4.2%, above what tighter ACT markets deliver. The 10.3% vacancy rate warrants attention as it is higher than metropolitan norms, pointing to some oversupply in the apartment-dominant stock. Population growth is running at 4.83% annually, adding around 269 residents per year, and medium forecasts project the population reaching 6,864 by 2031 compared to an estimated 5,565 in 2025. Internal migration drives demand, with an average net inflow of 288 residents per year, well above the overseas contribution of 54. The affordability trend has improved from 43.3% in 2011 to 37.6% in 2021, which supports continued rental demand from households priced out of ownership.
Development Activity
Total DAs
28
Last 12 Months
4
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-42.9%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Greenway iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Lake Tuggeranong College
11-12 · 620 students
Demographics
Greenway's median age of 36 is 4 years below the national figure, reflecting a younger working population drawn to public sector roles. University qualifications reach 47.1%, which is 17 points above the national average, one of the ACT's characteristic advantages. Overseas-born residents make up 32.5% of the population, which is 10.9 points above the national rate, with English (1,370), Irish (465) and Scottish (438) as the leading ancestries and a notable Indian-born community (288). The top non-English languages are Nepali (73 speakers), Hindi (35) and Punjabi (23), reflecting recent South Asian migration patterns. Average household size is 1.9, which is 0.6 below the national figure, consistent with a high proportion of couples without children at 44.5% of families and small apartment-suited households.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
2.6%
Houses
34.0%
Townhouse
63.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Greenway's tenure split is distinctive: 40.5% rent, 35.8% carry a mortgage, and 23.7% own outright. The renter share sits above the national average, because the stock is 63.4% apartments and 34% semi-detached, with separate houses at just 2.6%. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 34.9% of stock and three-bedroom for 33.3%, while studios and one-bedroom units represent 25%, catering to singles and couples. The estimated median house price is $555,000, with weekly rent at $450 and monthly mortgage repayments of $1,625. Rent-to-income at 24.2% and mortgage-to-income at 20.2% are both below common stress benchmarks, making Greenway financially accessible relative to many comparable ACT locations. The elevated vacancy rate of 10.3% indicates more supply than the current population can absorb, likely easing as the 4.83% annual growth rate brings more residents.
Mortgage / mo
$1,625
Rent / wk
$450
HH Size
1.9
Personal Income / wk
$1,197
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.3%
Unoccupied
241
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.2%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
44.5%
Couples, no children
2,694
Total families
Economy & Employment
Public Administration dominates at 35.6% of employed residents (643 workers), far above the national proportion and a signature of Canberra's economy. Healthcare follows at 16.8% (303 workers) and Professional/Tech at 11% (199 workers), with Education at 7.4% and Construction at 4.9%. By occupation, Professionals (722) and Clerical/Admin workers (444) are the two largest groups, consistent with the ACT's knowledge-sector employment mix. Greenway scores decile 8 on both IRSD and IRSAD nationally, placing it in the upper advantage tier, while the IER (economic resources) score sits lower at decile 3, reflecting that a high renter share and apartment tenure reduce aggregate household wealth measures. Unemployment is 3.8% and the full-time employment rate is 75.3%, with a participation rate of 65.6%.
Unemployment
5.5%
Labour Force
3,389
Unemployed
188
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
75.3%
Part-time
20.9%
Participation
65.6%
Employed
2,315
Occupations
Top Industries
University
47.1%
Postgraduate
14.7%
Born Overseas
32.5%
Dwellings
2,083
Transport to Work
A notable 17.3% of residents walk or cycle to work, well above national norms, reflecting Greenway's compact layout within the ACT's network of shared paths. Public transport use is 6%, while 71.1% drive. The suburb earns decile 8 on IRSAD nationally, placing it comfortably above the median on the composite advantage index. No schools are recorded within the Greenway boundary in this dataset, so families rely on schools in adjacent ACT suburbs. The volunteering rate is 13.9% and 6.1% of residents (240 people) need daily assistance. Rent-to-income at 24.2% keeps tenants comfortable and mortgage-to-income at 20.2% is below the stress threshold, both lower than national medians for similar density areas, reflecting Greenway's relative affordability within the ACT.
Drive
71.1%
Public Transport
6.0%
Walk / Cycle
17.3%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+4.83%/yr
(+269 people/yr)
High GrowthGreenway's 10-year population change of 184.2% is among the strongest of any established ACT suburb, driven primarily by internal migration averaging 288 net residents per year versus 54 from overseas. Annual growth is running at 4.83%, adding roughly 269 people per year, and medium forecasts project the population reaching 6,864 by 2031 compared to 5,565 in 2025. The demographic trajectory is aging, with the senior share rising 4.6 points and the working-age share falling 2.3 points over the decade, typical of maturing apartment precincts. Affordability has improved from 43.3% in 2011 to 37.6% in 2021, creating a more accessible entry point than in 2011. The gentrification stage reads new development, with no gentrification signals present, meaning growth is from new supply rather than displacement.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+54
Net Internal / yr
+288
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Greenway compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenway a good suburb to live in?
Greenway ranks decile 8 on IRSAD nationally, above the midpoint on socioeconomic advantage. University qualifications reach 47.1%, which is 17 points above the national figure. Housing costs are accessible, with mortgage-to-income at 20.2% and rent-to-income at 24.2%, both below common stress thresholds. The trade-off is a 10.3% vacancy rate and limited detached house stock at just 2.6% of dwellings.
What is the median house price in Greenway?
The estimated median house price is $555,000, based on rent data for 2025. Weekly rent averages $450 and monthly mortgage repayments run about $1,625, giving a mortgage-to-income ratio of 20.2%. This makes Greenway one of the more accessible ACT suburbs by housing cost relative to income.
What schools are in Greenway?
No schools are recorded within the Greenway boundary in this dataset, so families use schools in neighbouring ACT suburbs. Despite this, the local population is highly educated, with 47.1% holding university qualifications, which is 17 points above the national average, reflecting the ACT's knowledge workforce.
Is Greenway safe?
Crime data specific to Greenway is not available in this dataset. As indirect indicators, the suburb scores decile 8 on IRSAD nationally and decile 8 on IRSD, placing it in the upper advantage tier on both indexes. Only 6.1% of the 4,129 residents require daily assistance, consistent with a relatively low-disadvantage community profile.
Is Greenway good for property investment?
The 40.5% renter share and $450 weekly rent imply a gross yield near 4.2% on the $555,000 estimated median, which is above many ACT markets. Annual population growth of 4.83% and a projected 2031 population of 6,864 compared to 5,565 in 2025 support demand growth. The 10.3% vacancy rate is a risk factor and warrants monitoring before committing.
How is Greenway's population changing?
Greenway's population grew 184.2% over 10 years, one of the highest rates in the ACT. Annual growth is currently 4.83%, adding roughly 269 residents per year. Medium forecasts project the population reaching 6,864 by 2031 from an estimated 5,565 in 2025, driven mainly by internal migration of 288 net residents per year.
What languages are spoken in Greenway?
About 32.5% of residents were born overseas, which is 10.9 points above the national figure. The most common non-English languages are Nepali (73 speakers), Hindi (35) and Punjabi (23), with Cantonese (20) and Mandarin (19) also present, reflecting recent South Asian and East Asian migration to Canberra's public sector precincts.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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