Hackett (ACT)

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Hackett's population is estimated at approximately 3,352 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address data validated by Districts since the Census. This represents an expansion of 125 people (3.9%) from the 3,227 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is derived from the resident population of 3,345, which Districts calculated using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 15 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level results in a density of 1,719 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national areas analyzed by Districts. The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 83.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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Hackett features a highly qualified labor force with a notable concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 3.8%, and estimated job growth of 1.2% over the previous year, according to Districts data compiled from statistical areas. As of March 2026, 1,779 local residents were employed, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.2% below the 4.1% recorded for the Australian Capital Territory. Labor force participation stands slightly below the regional benchmark, registering 67.3% compared to 70.8% for the Australian Capital Territory. Census returns show that a moderate 15.5% of residents worked from home, although this may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics for financial year 2023, incomes in Hackett are exceptionally high on a national scale, with a median of $76,554 and an average of $94,635. This compares to a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981 across the Australian Capital Territory. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $84,546 for the median and $104,515 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in Hackett in the 92nd to 96th national percentiles. Looking at income distributions, 31.9% of the population (1,069 individuals) earn upwards of $4000, whereas the regional distribution is led by the $1,500 - bracket at . Financial capacity is highlighted by the of households earning weekly incomes above which supports strong local spending. After paying for housing, residents keep of their earnings, indicating substantial disposable income, and the area is positioned in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Hackett consisted of 76.3% separate houses and 23.6% other options, such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to the Australian Capital Territory where separate houses made up 63.3% and other options accounted for 36.7%. Home ownership in Hackett stood at 38.0%, which was notably higher than the rate in the Australian Capital Territory, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (39.0%) or rented (22.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,500 was significantly above the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, whereas the median weekly rent was $374 compared to the territory average of $450. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Hackett exceed the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents sit just below the national figure of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of households at 70.5%, consisting of couples with children at 37.1%, couples without children at 22.8%, and single parent households at 9.3%. The remaining 29.5% are non-family households, which are mostly lone person households at 25.7%, and group households at 3.9%. The median household size is 2.6 residents, slightly larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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Residents in Hackett demonstrate levels of educational attainment that substantially exceed broader averages, with 59.7% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 46.8% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary qualifications positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 29.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 22.4% and graduate diplomas at 7.5%. Vocational credentials are held by 15.7% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.6%) and certificates (9.1%).

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Public transport services in Hackett include 14 active transit stops served by bus routes. These stops accommodate 61 separate routes, which provide a total of 5,372 passenger trips every week. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 200 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many residents travel outside the area for work. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 77%, while 14% of residents cycle and 6% use the bus. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles. According to the 2021 Census, 15.5% of residents worked from home, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators show favorable outcomes for residents in Hackett, with mortality and condition prevalence matching national averages. While common health issues are infrequent overall, they show higher prevalence rates among older, vulnerable demographics compared to national averages. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 65% of the population (2,164 people) holding coverage. This compares to 62.4% in the Australian Capital Territory and a national average of 55.7%.

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Hackett displays higher levels of cultural diversity than average, with 21.2% of residents born outside Australia and 13.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 31.2% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.9% of residents compared to 0.2% across the wider Australian Capital Territory.

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The median age in Hackett is 40 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and the national average of 38. Hackett has a larger proportion of residents in the 45 - 54 age bracket (15.6%) compared to the territory, but fewer residents aged 25 - 34 (10.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 11.1% to 14.3% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 15.3% to 13.2%, and the 35 to 44 age group fell from 14.7% to 13.0%. By 2041, the age profile is expected to shift significantly. Leading these changes, the to cohort is projected to grow by ( people), increasing from to . This aging trend is clear, with individuals aged and older accounting for of the forecast growth. Conversely, population declines are anticipated in the to and to age brackets.

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Hackett currently has an estimated 154 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 91 children aged 0-2 and 62 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 11% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 147 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 352. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.