Flynn (ACT)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and address registries confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Flynn (ACT) has a residency count calculated at approximately 3,712 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 41 residents (1.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,671 individuals. This adjustment is derived from a resident headcount of 3,710, projected by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside 13 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population scale translates to a density of 1,767 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio recorded across nationwide sectors monitored by Districts. The primary driver of local population expansion was net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 51.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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The suburb of Flynn (ACT) features an educated labor pool with strong representation in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 0.9% based on Districts' compilation of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,935 working residents, representing an unemployment rate 1.1% higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while the labor participation rate remains close to the territory level of 70.8%. Census data indicates that a modest 13.1% of local workers operated from home, though the influence of COVID-19 lock-down periods should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) registered a median income of $68,838 and an average income of $77,813. These figures are elevated on a national scale, comparing to a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981 across the Australian Capital Territory. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $76,025 for the median and $85,937 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, incomes for households, families, and individuals in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) rank in the upper tier nationally, placing between the 89th and 94th percentiles. Income distribution metrics show that the largest cohort, comprising 31.4% of local taxpayers ( residents), falls into the - bracket, resembling the wider territory where are in the same band. Economic capacity is highlighted by the of households earning high weekly incomes above which sustains high discretionary spending. Residents keep of their income after meeting housing costs, showing strong purchasing capacity, and the area is positioned in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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The composition of residential properties in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) at the time of the last Census consisted of 96.5% standalone houses and 3.5% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) was significantly higher than the territory average, standing at 34.9%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (49.6%) or rented (15.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was higher than the Australian Capital Territory average at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $481, compared to territory figures of $2,080 and $450. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) are notably above the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rent levels exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.1%, consisting of couples with dependent children at 41.8%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single parent households at 10.1%. The remaining 18.9% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 15.9% and group households making up 3.0%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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Academic credentials in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) sit below territory benchmarks, with 37.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 46.8% in the SA4 region. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and skill development. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 22.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.6%). Vocational and technical training is well represented, with 31.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (19.8%).

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Public transit records indicate 20 active transport stops within the suburb of Flynn (ACT), consisting of bus services. These locations are connected to 64 distinct routes, delivering 4,435 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with typical residential distances to the nearest stop measuring 174 meters. Because the area is primarily residential, the vast majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary option at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars per home, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively small 13.1% of residents worked from home (2021 Census; this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 rules).

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General health measurements point to lower outcomes in the suburb of Flynn (ACT), based on Districts' evaluation of mortality indices and the prevalence of long-term conditions. The occurrence of typical medical conditions among the wider population is relatively standard, though it runs higher than the national average for older age brackets. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 58% of the total population (~2,150 people), compared to 62.4% throughout the Australian Capital Territory.

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The suburb of Flynn (ACT) shows higher than average levels of cultural diversity, with 20.4% of the population born in another country and 13.9% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.1% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation occurs in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population, matching the 0.2% level across the Australian Capital Territory.

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The median age in the suburb of Flynn (ACT) is 37 years, which is slightly older than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 years but very close to the national average of 38 years. Children aged 5 - 14 are well represented at 14.6% of the population compared to the territory average, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are less common at 12.7%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has risen from 4.8% to 6.2% of the population, and the 85+ cohort has increased from 0.8% to 2.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 13.3% to 11.7%, and the 55 to group fell from to . Population projections for point to major demographic shifts in the suburb of Flynn (ACT). The + age bracket is expected to increase, adding people () to go from to . Notably, the combined + age groups will account for all of the total population growth, showing the aging trend of the area. In contrast, the to and to cohorts will experience declines.

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Flynn currently has an estimated 241 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 142 children aged 0-2 and 95 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 211 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 429. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.2 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.