Greenway
Greenway's defining feature is its compact, apartment-led profile: 63.4% of dwellings are apartments, density is 778.0 people per sq km, and vacancy is 10.3%. Its 4,129 residents have a median age of 36, 4.0 years below the national comparison, while 47.1% hold a university qualification, 17.0 percentage points above national. Household income sits at the 67.1 percentile, consistent with a strong professional and public-sector presence. Compared with nearby Wanniassa and Kambah, Greenway is better suited to people prioritising a denser Tuggeranong base than a detached-house setting. The 1.9-person average household and 54.3% turnover rate, with 45.7% staying, point to a mobile market because smaller apartments support renters, singles and couples.
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
2
Greenway is primarily an apartment and semi-detached buying market rather than a detached-house suburb: 63.4% of dwellings are apartments, 34.0% are semi-detached and only 2.6% are separate houses. A suburb-level median house price is not available, so buyers should compare current unit and townhouse listings rather than rely on a house benchmark. The most common sizes are 2 bedrooms at 34.9% and 3 bedrooms at 33.3%, while 4-plus-bedroom homes account for 6.8%. Mortgage repayments are $1,625 per month, equal to 20.2% of income, below the 24.2% rent-to-income measure. Compared with national household patterns, 1.9 residents per household is 0.6 below, supporting demand from singles and couples more than large families.
For Buyers
Greenway is primarily an apartment and semi-detached buying market rather than a detached-house suburb: 63.4% of dwellings are apartments, 34.0% are semi-detached and only 2.6% are separate houses. A suburb-level median house price is not available, so buyers should compare current unit and townhouse listings rather than rely on a house benchmark. The most common sizes are 2 bedrooms at 34.9% and 3 bedrooms at 33.3%, while 4-plus-bedroom homes account for 6.8%. Mortgage repayments are $1,625 per month, equal to 20.2% of income, below the 24.2% rent-to-income measure. Compared with national household patterns, 1.9 residents per household is 0.6 below, supporting demand from singles and couples more than large families.
For Investors
Greenway's investment case is shaped by tenant demand and apartment supply: 39.3% of households rent, compared with 23.0% owning outright and 34.7% paying a mortgage. Weekly rent is $450 and vacancy is 10.3%, so competing empty apartments can limit rent increases even when leasing is straightforward. A suburb-level median house price is not available, so gross yield needs a verified purchase price. The annual growth trend is 4.83%, driven by internal migration, supporting a growth-oriented thesis. Two development applications in 12 months indicate planning activity, not necessarily added dwellings. Compared with a low-turnover market, Greenway's 54.3% turnover rate warrants a larger allowance for reletting.
Development Activity
Total DAs
28
Last 12 Months
2
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-71.4%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Greenway combines a younger-than-national age profile with high education and overseas representation. Median age is 36, 4.0 years below national, while university attainment is 47.1%, 17.0 points above national. Overseas-born residents are 32.5%, 10.9 points above national. Reported ancestries include English 1,370, Other 739, Irish 465, Scottish 438 and Indian 288. Nepali leads the listed non-English languages at 73, ahead of Hindi 35 and Punjabi 23. No religion is reported by 1,652 people, versus 1,513 identifying with Christianity and 388 with Hinduism. Average household size is 1.9, 0.6 below national, and turnover is 54.3% versus 45.7% staying. Compared with nearby Wanniassa and Kambah, the profile points to smaller, more mobile households because apartment living and renter movement are prominent.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
2.6%
Houses
34.0%
Townhouse
63.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Greenway's housing stock is concentrated in smaller attached dwellings. Apartments account for 63.4%, semi-detached homes 34.0% and separate houses 2.6%. Bedroom supply is led by 2-bedroom homes at 34.9% and 3-bedroom homes at 33.3%; 0 or 1 bedroom accounts for 25.0%, while 4-plus is 6.8%. Tenure is 39.3% renting, 34.7% mortgaged and 23.0% owned outright, so renting is higher than outright ownership. Weekly rent is $450 and mortgage repayments are $1,625 monthly, with costs at 24.2% of income for rent and 20.2% for mortgages. Compared with a detached-house suburb, Greenway offers less large-block choice but more low-maintenance attached stock. A current median house price is not available, so compare like-for-like apartment and semi-detached sales.
Mortgage / mo
$1,625
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$450
Census 2021
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
24.6%
Couples with children
53.2%
Couples, no children
19.2%
Single parent
1,116
Total families
Economy & Employment
Greenway's economy is closely tied to Canberra's public and service sectors. Public administration employs 643 people, or 35.6% of the industry profile, followed by healthcare at 303 and 16.8%, professional and technical services at 199 and 11.0%, education at 133 and 7.4%, and construction at 89 and 4.9%. Occupations are led by professionals 722, clerical and administrative workers 444, managers 380, community and personal service workers 292 and trades 255. Unemployment is 3.6%, participation is 69.1% and full-time employment is 71.4%, helping explain household income at the 67.1 percentile. SEIFA IEO, IRSD and IRSAD are all decile 8, above the midpoint, while IER is decile 3, below it. The gap suggests strong education, occupation and relative advantage alongside more limited measured economic resources.
Unemployment
3.6%
Labour Force
2,534
Unemployed
91
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
71.4%
Part-time
23.4%
Participation
69.1%
Employed
2,443
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
47.1%
Postgraduate
14.7%
Born Overseas
32.5%
Dwellings
2,083
Transport to Work
Greenway's compact 5.31 sq km footprint and density of 778.0 people per sq km support short local trips and an urban daily pattern. Work travel is car-led: 63.6% drive, compared with 5.4% using public transport; 15.4% walk or cycle and 10.6% work from home. This can suit residents who value proximity and active travel but still need road access. School enrolment should be checked against the exact address and zone, including nearby options outside Greenway. A suburb-level crime rate is not available, so use current ACT Police information and inspect the particular street. IRSAD is decile 8, above the midpoint, although that is not a safety ranking. Compared with a low-density car-only area, the 15.4% walk and cycle share is a practical strength.
Drive
63.6%
Public Transport
5.4%
Walk / Cycle
15.4%
Work from Home
10.6%
Population Forecast
+4.83%/yr
(+269 people/yr)
High GrowthGreenway sits in a high-growth setting, with a forecast annual trend of 4.83% driven primarily by internal migration. Population change across the wider area runs at 184.2% over 10 years, reinforcing the scale of the growth signal. The demographic trajectory is labelled Aging: the senior share rises 4.6 percentage points, while the young share falls 0.5 points and the working share falls 2.3 points. Rent growth is 4.7%, below the 4.83% annual trend, which matters for investors assessing whether housing costs are keeping pace with broader expansion. The gentrification score is 0 and the stage is New development, while the shift profile is Not gentrifying. Compared with a mature, low-growth suburb, Greenway's opportunity is stronger, but the aging signals argue for housing and services that work for older residents too.
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 can suit residents who prefer apartment living and a compact Tuggeranong setting. Apartments make up 63.4% of dwellings, 15.4% walk or cycle, and the median age is 36. The trade-offs are 10.3% vacancy, 39.3% renting and limited separate-house stock at 2.6%, so it is less suited to buyers seeking a large block.
What is the median house price in Greenway?
A suburb-level median house price is not available. Buyers should compare current prices for apartments and semi-detached homes, which make up 63.4% and 34.0% of dwellings. Weekly rent is $450 and mortgage repayments are $1,625 per month, but neither figure substitutes for a current sale benchmark.
What schools are in Greenway?
School access varies by exact address and enrolment zone, so families should check nearby ACT public and independent options before renting or buying. Greenway covers 5.31 sq km and 15.4% of residents walk or cycle, but those figures do not confirm a school place. Check current school directories and catchment rules before making a decision.
Is Greenway safe?
No suburb-level crime rate is available for Greenway, so a precise safety ranking should not be assumed. Check recent ACT Police incident information and inspect the exact street at different times. Greenway has 4,129 residents, 63.6% drive to work and 15.4% walk or cycle; these describe movement patterns, not a crime result.
Is Greenway good for property investment?
Greenway may suit investors seeking a rental and growth-oriented market, but the numbers require care. Rent is $450 per week, vacancy is 10.3% and 39.3% of households rent. The annual growth trend is 4.83% with internal migration the primary driver, while 2 development applications were recorded in 12 months. A median house price is unavailable, so use a verified purchase price.
How is Greenway's population changing?
Greenway has 4,129 residents today. The wider area has a forecast population change of 184.2% over 10 years, with an annual growth trend of 4.83% driven by internal migration. The shift trajectory is Aging: senior share is up 4.6 percentage points, while young share is down 0.5 points. The gentrification score is 0 and the stage is New development.
What languages are spoken in Greenway?
Overseas-born residents account for 32.5%, which is 10.9 percentage points above the national comparison. Nepali is the leading listed non-English language with 73 speakers, followed by Hindi 35, Punjabi 23, Canton 20 and Mandarin 19. English, Irish, Scottish and Indian are among the largest reported ancestries, at 1,370, 465, 438 and 288.
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 education open registers (school locations), 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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