Fisher (ACT)

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According to ABS demographic data and recent address updates verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Fisher (ACT) has a projected population of approximately 3,344 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 125 residents (3.9%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 3,219 individuals. The estimate is drawn from a local population of 3,334 calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025, combined with 11 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population size results in a density of 2,116 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the typical density across locations analyzed nationally by Districts. The 3.9% expansion rate of the suburb of Fisher (ACT) since the 2021 census paced ahead of the wider SA3 region (1.9%), positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. This population lift was largely underpinned by overseas arrivals, who accounted for roughly 70.0% of the overall demographic increase in recent times.

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Data compiled by Districts across statistical boundaries shows Fisher has a highly qualified labor force, robust representation in vital services, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,665, while the local unemployment rate sat 1.1% higher than the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 4.1%, and the participation rate was slightly subdued at 67.1% compared to 70.8% across the territory. Census responses indicate that a minor portion of the workforce, 12.9%, performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

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According to the most recent postcode-level ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Fisher earn a median income of $68,261 and an average income of $81,206. These figures represent a very high level relative to the national distribution, comparing to the Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.44% since the 2023 financial year, current local figures are estimated at approximately $75,387 for the median and $89,684 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Fisher are elevated, placing in the 82nd to 91st percentiles nationally. Income distribution data shows the largest group, containing 25.9% of local taxpayers (866 people), falls into the - bracket, similar to the broader metropolitan pattern where occupy this range. Financial capacity is highlighted by the of households earning weekly incomes above which supports consumer demand. After deducting housing costs, residents retain of their income, indicating substantial disposable income, and the suburb's SEIFA income metric ranks in the th decile.

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Residential structures in Fisher at the time of the latest Census consisted of 82.8% standalone houses and 17.2% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory profile of 63.3% houses and 36.7% alternative dwellings. Outright home ownership in Fisher stood at 39.8%, notably higher than the territory average, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (40.0%) or renting (20.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,354, exceeding the Australian Capital Territory median of $2,080, while the median weekly rent was $415, compared to the territory median of $450. On a national scale, mortgage obligations in Fisher are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national average of $375.

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Family units constitute the majority of households at 70.5%, consisting of couples with children at 34.4%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single-parent households at 9.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.5%, consisting of single-person households at 27.6% and group households at 2.1%. The median household occupancy is 2.5 residents, which is identical to the Australian Capital Territory average.

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Local education levels are substantially higher than national averages, with 43.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This educational pattern indicates a strong local capacity for knowledge-intensive roles. Undergraduates represent 25.6% of residents, postgraduate degree holders comprise 12.3%, and graduate diplomas account for 5.4%. Practical and vocational qualifications are also common, with 27.0% of the population aged 15 and over holding a vocational certificate, split between advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (14.8%).

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Public transport services in Fisher include 15 active stops serviced by a network of buses. These stops accommodate 59 different routes, which support 3,676 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 197 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the main transport mode at 89% and buses accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.3 per dwelling. Working from home was recorded for 12.9% of residents in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Local health measurements indicate below-average outcomes in Fisher, based on Districts' analysis of mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic illnesses. The occurrence of common health conditions across the general population is typical, though elevated compared to national figures within older age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 59% of the population (1,981 people) holding cover, compared to 62.4% across the Australian Capital Territory.

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Fisher displays above-average levels of cultural diversity, with overseas-born individuals making up 23.3% of the population and 16.7% of households using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.1% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which represents 2.8% of local residents compared to 4.8% across the Australian Capital Territory.

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The median age of 40 in Fisher is higher than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 and the national median of 38. Compared to the territory, Fisher has a higher proportion of residents in the 75 - 84 cohort (8.7%) but fewer in the 25 - 34 bracket (10.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 9.4% to 11.5% of the population, whereas the 65 to 74 group has decreased from 8.9% to 7.4%. Demographic shifts by 2041 are expected to alter the age structure, led by a 43% expansion in the 85+ cohort (adding 49 individuals), growing from to . This aging trend is prominent, with those aged and over accounting for of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the to and to cohorts.

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Fisher currently has an estimated 217 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 130 children aged 0-2 and 86 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 208 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 402. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.