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Australian Capital Territory / Weston Creek
3,436
People
17 Jul 2026
+2.4%
Growth since 2021
Census
1
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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3,436
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,354 people
1.61 km²
Land area
2,134.2 /km²
Density
6.3%
Unemployment
6 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Rivett is a peaceful residential area located a convenient 11.0 kilometers southwest from the Canberra CBD. The local community is highly educated and enjoys high income levels alongside a fairly standard age profile. According to Districts' analysis of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population counts and quarterly national address data, the population of the suburb of Rivett is estimated at approximately 3,436 as of May 2026. This indicates minimal expansion patterns since the 2021 Census reported a population of 3,354 people. The local housing market is characterized by a strong representation of mortgage holders, and the local workforce includes a notable public administration employment base as well as pronounced arts and recreation employment. An elevated presence of residents aged 35 to 44yo further defines the local demographic makeup. Known for its welcoming community atmosphere, family-friendly environment, and leafy surroundings, the suburb of Rivett offers a serene lifestyle with well-maintained parks and abundant outdoor recreational options. The locality features local shopping centers that provide residents with convenient access to essential services and amenities. A strong sense of connection is maintained through local events and social gatherings that bring neighbors together. Excellent local school options add to the appeal of the suburb of Rivett, making it a highly desirable destination for families looking to establish themselves in a secure and attractive environment.
Estimated residents are up from 3,354 at the 2021 Census — a change of 82 people, or 2.4%.
Districts View
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Rivett, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.7% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Weak local employment drivers
Rivett ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for employment drivers (score 2/10).
Areas with limited local job creation rely more heavily on commuting access and broader regional employment conditions.
Elevated unemployment
Unemployment in Rivett is 6.3%.
Higher unemployment increases tenancy risk and can weigh on rental demand and price growth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Rivett. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Residential development activity is lower than average in Rivett according to Districts' national comparison of local real estate markets
Detail
According to building approval figures from the ABS, distributed from statistical division statistics, the suburb of Rivett has averaged roughly 6 new residential approvals annually, with an estimated 30 dwellings approved over the prior 5 fiscal years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 5 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Considering that an average of 4.2 new residents arrived per constructed dwelling over the past 5 fiscal years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is running well ahead of new supply, a condition that typically fuels price growth and intensifies purchaser rivalry, while new homes are being built with a mean valuation of $381,000, indicating that developers are focusing on upscale buyers with premium properties.
Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, building approvals per resident in the suburb of Rivett run at approximately 75% of the territory rate, placing the area in the 24th percentile among nationwide localities evaluated, which suggests fewer options for purchasers and reinforces demand for established housing. This building volume also falls below the national average, pointing to the mature nature of the locality and potential planning limits. Furthermore, all recent residential building approvals have been for detached homes, maintaining the low-density suburban character of the area and appealing to buyers seeking space. The area records approximately 682 people per residential approval, highlighting a well-developed market.
Given that the resident count is projected to stay stable or contract, the suburb of Rivett will likely experience less pressure on housing stock, which may open up opportunities for buyers.
Districts' assessment of the Unincorporated ACT LGA register has identified 2 substantial development applications lodged in Rivett over the past 5 years (1 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Both are approved and yet to be built.
2 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 7 | 185,138 | 14 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 5 | 184,871 | 227 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 6/95.7% | 89,436/61.9% | 19/38.3% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/4.3% | 55,043/38.1% | 31/61.7% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 6 | 188,882 | 58 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 30 | 944,410 | 290 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.5 | 6.5 | 3.2 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 1.8 | 7.2 | 2.4 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 8 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 4.2 | 2.1 | 3 |
| Persons per Approval | 681 | 158 | 982 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 381 | 342 | 289 |
| Commercial Development Value | 0 | 105,080,908 | 6,348 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 36 | 100 | 70 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Rivett has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally
Detail
Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes are major drivers of local performance. In total, no new infrastructure developments have been identified by Districts as having an influence on the area. Key regional projects include the Molonglo Group Centre to Town Centre Transition, Fetherston Weston, Canberra Hospital Master Plan, and Deakin Private Hospital, with the subsequent list outlining the most relevant items.
Retail
ConstructionUpgrades to the shopping precinct at Cooleman Court to revitalize and improve access.
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Retail
ConstructionExpansion of the supermarket and full refurbishment to Woolworth's latest standard. Supermarket to remain open during refurbishment.
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Sports & Recreation
ProposedLighting upgrades at Waramanga Oval and upgraded field lights at Stirling Playing fields to allow for night matches.
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Residential Development
ProposedSubstantial 13,130my RZ4 (medium density residential) land parcel in established Weston, available for purchase for residential development. Elevated block with Brindabella views.
Health & Medical
ApprovedConstruction of an aged care facility and associated works on Blocks 1151 and 864 Weston Creek. Follows NCA Board approval in 2015 for a retirement village and 99-year lease.
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8 projects tracked around Rivett (ACT), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$840,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 9 Apr 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Address | Price | Sold | Type | Beds | Baths | Cars | Land | $/m² land |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 nelumbo st, rivett, ACT, 2611 | $878K | 16 May 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 2 | 757m² | $1,160 |
| 5 cooba pl, rivett, ACT, 2611 | — | 29 Apr 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| 7B cassia pl, rivett, ACT, 2611 | $1.3M | 7 Feb 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Source: Districts property records · 3 in 2026 · 209 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Rivett with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivett | — | 3,436 | — | — | — |
| Chapman | 1.0 km | 2,883 | — | — | — |
| Stirling (ACT) | 1.1 km | 2,141 | — | — | — |
| Duffy | 1.3 km | 3,434 | — | — | — |
| Holder (ACT) | 1.4 km | 2,870 | — | — | — |
| Weston (ACT) | 2.1 km | 3,985 | — | — | — |
| Waramanga | 2.3 km | 2,743 | — | — | — |
| Fisher (ACT) | 2.4 km | 3,320 | — | — | — |
| Wright | 2.8 km | 4,374 | — | — | — |
| Coombs | 3.2 km | 6,433 | — | — | — |
| Lyons (ACT) | 3.6 km | 3,332 | — | — | — |
| Chifley (ACT) | 3.8 km | 2,707 | — | — | — |
| Pearce | 4.4 km | 2,730 | — | — | — |
| Curtin | 4.4 km | 5,520 | — | — | — |
| Kambah | 4.8 km | 15,861 | — | — | — |
| Phillip | 5.0 km | 6,779 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Strong educational qualifications across the community
Above-average median household income
Notable public administration employment base
Elevated 35 to 44yo presence
Pronounced arts and recreation employment
Strong mortgage holder representation
Population Growth
3.2
Density
7.2
Development Activity
3.6
Employment Drivers
2.0
Infrastructure Drivers
7.2
Education
9.9
Amenities
3.7
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
An assessment of population growth drivers in Rivett reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Analysis of population updates from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with fresh address validations performed by Districts after the Census, indicates the suburb of Rivett has approximately 3,436 residents as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 82 people (2.4%) relative to the 3,354 individuals documented in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from an estimated resident population of 3,431, determined by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, alongside 5 validated new addresses registered post-Census. With these figures, the suburb of Rivett has a population density of 2,134 persons per square kilometer, a concentration that exceeds the typical level recorded across national sites analyzed by Districts. The 2.4% rate of growth recorded in the suburb of Rivett since the 2021 census was higher than the SA3 region (1.9%), positioning the locality as a regional growth frontrunner. Expansion in the local population was largely driven by incoming overseas migration, which made up roughly of the overall population increases during recent timeframes.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment performance in Rivett has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally
Detail
A highly qualified labor force resides in the suburb of Rivett, with strong representation in vital services industries, alongside a 6.3% unemployment rate compiled from statistical area data by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,690, while the local jobless rate stood 2.2% higher than the Australian Capital Territory rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation lagged behind at 64.6% compared to 70.8% across the territory. Census records show a moderate 13.8% of employed residents were performing duties from home, though the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The suburb of Rivett exhibits a notable concentration in health care & social assistance, where the employment proportion is times the territory benchmark. In contrast, the accommodation & food services sector is underrepresented, employing only of the local workforce compared to across the Australian Capital Territory. This heavily residential locality appears to provide sparse employment options within its boundaries, as shown by the comparison of Census workers to the resident population.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by Districts
Detail
Taxpayer income records from the ATO postcode database for the financial year 2023 show the suburb of Rivett had a median taxpayer income of $62,997 and an average income of $74,944. These figures exceed the national averages and compare to territory medians and averages of $72,206 and $85,981 in the Australian Capital Territory. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since the financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $69,574 for the median and $82,768 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Rivett ranked high nationally, falling between the 78th and 86th percentiles. Tax data reveals that the weekly wage bracket between $1,500 and $2,999 contains 30.5% of taxpayers ( individuals), similar to the broader territory rate of . Financial capacity is evident as of households earn weekly incomes above helping to drive consumer demand. Residents retain of their income after covering housing costs, demonstrating solid purchasing power, and the area ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA index.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Rivett is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
Residential structures in the suburb of Rivett at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.8% separate houses and 13.2% other housing types, including townhouses and apartments, compared to 63.3% separate houses and 36.7% alternative dwellings across the Australian Capital Territory. The home ownership rate in the suburb of Rivett stood at 32.8%, which was higher than the territory average, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (41.8%) or rented (25.4%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the territory average at $2,140, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $322, compared to territory figures of $2,080 and $450. On a national scale, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Rivett are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while rents are lower than the countrywide figure of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Rivett has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Detail
Families comprise the majority of households at 72.3%, including 31.9% couples with children, 26.7% couples without children, and 12.6% single parents. The remaining 27.7% are non-family households, with single person households representing 25.7% and group households making up 1.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 residents is identical to the Australian Capital Territory average.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Rivett demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on Districts' comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics
Detail
Qualifications in the suburb of Rivett are elevated relative to wider averages, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the locality well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.0%, followed by post-graduate studies (11.6%) and graduate diplomas (6.1%). Vocational and practical skills are also common, with 26.9% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary certificates, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (16.3%).
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
1.3km · score 41
Child Care
513m · score 97
GP
1.3km · score 33
Government Services
8.5km · score 36
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Analysis of public transit indicates 18 active passenger stops operate in the suburb of Rivett, consisting of bus services. These stops are linked to 68 distinct routes, which provide a total of 4,321 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 166 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 88%, and buses carrying 8% of commuters. Average motor vehicle ownership is 1.3 per household. Working from home was recorded for 13.8% of residents, reflecting 2021 Census data which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.
Transit service frequency averages journeys per day across all routes, which translates to roughly weekly services at each individual stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health outcomes in Rivett are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Health measures indicate poorer average outcomes in the suburb of Rivett based on mortality statistics and chronic disease rates compiled by Districts, with various illnesses present in both younger and older cohorts, though private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 57% of residents (~1,951 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 62.4% across the Australian Capital Territory.
The most common medical diagnoses locally are mental health conditions and arthritis, which affect 9.3% and 9.1% of residents respectively, while 64.9% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 70.2% in the Australian Capital Territory. Working-age residents experience above-average rates of chronic illnesses. The suburb of Rivett has of its population aged and over ( people), which exceeds the territory rate of . Senior health outcomes present some difficulties, with national standings matching the broader population benchmarks.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Rivett was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Rivett exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 21.7% of residents born outside Australia and 14.9% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.5% of the population. The most visible local overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.2% across the Australian Capital Territory.
In terms of ancestral background, the most common self-identified heritages in the suburb of Rivett are Australian, representing 26.5% of residents, English at 25.2%, and Irish at 10.1%. Certain other heritages show notable differences from territory averages, with French heritage overrepresented at of the population (compared to regionally), Welsh heritage at (compared to ), and Dutch heritage at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Rivett's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms
Detail
With a median age of 39, the suburb of Rivett has an older population profile than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and is close to the Australian median of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 9.2% compared to the territory, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 12.0%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has risen from 6.4% to 9.2% of the population, and the 35 to 44 bracket increased from 14.7% to 15.8%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort decreased from 10.5% to 8.5% and the 0 to group declined from to . Future projections to indicate shifts in the age breakdown. The to group is projected to expand by ( people), increasing from to . An aging trend is visible, with residents aged + accounting for of the projected growth. Conversely, the to and to brackets are projected to experience population decreases.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Rivett was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong long day care provision, while no out of school hours care provision for school age children was found.
Detail
Rivett currently has an estimated 202 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 121 children aged 0-2 and 82 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 16% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 189 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 364. Birth rates in the area have averaged 13.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
9.0
Income
8.0
Age
4.9
Household Composition
5.3
Housing
7.7
Cultural Diversity
5.1
Health
4.3
Housing Cost
7.2
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Projections generated by Geoscience Australia and the ABS for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by Districts. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for all years following 2032, demographic growth rates by age group from the ACT Government SA2 projections, also using a 2022 baseline, are applied. Based on these projected demographic transitions, future estimates indicate a contraction in the overall population, with local numbers expected to shrink by 84 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within specific age brackets, particularly the 55 to 64 age cohort, which is forecast to grow by 98 people. Refer to the age section for additional details.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 3,436 | 492,384 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 2.4% | 8.5% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,354 | 453,890 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 47.0% | 30.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 53.0% | 70.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | -2.6% | 22.2% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 2,134 | 208 | 3 |
According to SALM and ABS data collated by Districts from wider statistical zones, the labor force expanded by 1.2% while employment contracted by 0.8% during the twelve months leading to March 2026, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 1.9 percentage points. For comparison, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 0.3% and the labor force grow by 1.1%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand in the suburb of Rivett. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to project local trends. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion rates vary widely across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Rivett would grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted extrapolation for context and does not incorporate localized population adjustments.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,690 | 14,651,372 | 12,567 |
| –Public Administration & Safety | 29.1% | 6.9% | 31.8% |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 14.4% | 15.2% | 12.4% |
| –Education & Training | 10.7% | 9.2% | 10.0% |
| Labour Force | 1,803 | 15,298,546 | 13,106 |
| Participation Rate | 64.6% | 67.2% | 64.5% |
| Working from Home | 13.8% | 23.9% | 14.2% |
| Unemployment | 6.3% | 4.2% | 4.1% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -0.8% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.7% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 20 | 100 | 40 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 69,574 | 63,102 | 78,482 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 82,768 | 81,102 | 91,379 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 62,997 | 57,137 | 71,063 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 74,944 | 73,435 | 82,741 |
| Median Household Income | 2,207 | 1,746 | 2,377 |
| –$0 to 399 | 60 (4.6%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 336 (3.6%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 187 (14.3%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 1,027 (11.0%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 216 (16.5%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 1,494 (16.0%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 399 (30.5%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 2,735 (29.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 186 (14.2%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 1,298 (13.9%) |
| –$4,000+ | 261 (19.9%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 2,437 (26.1%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,765 | 2,120 | 3,018 |
| –$0 to 399 | 23 (2.4%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 89 (1.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 74 (7.8%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 314 (4.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 116 (12.3%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 882 (12.9%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 314 (33.2%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 2,113 (30.9%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 179 (18.9%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 1,224 (17.9%) |
| –$4,000+ | 240 (25.4%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 2,215 (32.4%) |
| Median Personal Income | 1,113 | 805 | 1,210 |
| –$0 to 399 | 718 (20.9%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 4,768 (19.0%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 608 (17.7%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 4,191 (16.7%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 787 (22.9%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 5,847 (23.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 1,110 (32.3%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 7,956 (31.7%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 72 (2.1%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 828 (3.3%) |
| –$3,500+ | 141 (4.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 1,506 (6.0%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 18.9% | 22.8% | 14.6% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 34.2% | 24.4% | 40.0% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 8,315 | 6,376 | 9,010 |
| SEIFA Score | 7.7 | 5.6 | 8.6 |
Rivett at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $322/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,280 | 9,275,218 | 9,159 |
| –Owned Outright | 32.8% | 32.1% | 38.6% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 41.8% | 36.2% | 40.1% |
| –Rented | 25.4% | 31.7% | 21.3% |
| –Detached Houses | 86.8% | 72.5% | 81.7% |
| –Semi-Detached | 13.0% | 12.6% | 13.9% |
| –Apartments | 0.2% | 14.3% | 4.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 2,140 | 1,863 | 2,251 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 322 | 375 | 420 |
| –$0-149/wk | 21.6% | 7.3% | 16.9% |
| –$150-349/wk | 29.2% | 33.4% | 22.7% |
| –$350-649/wk | 44.2% | 50.9% | 50.7% |
| –$650-949/wk | 5.0% | 6.6% | 8.8% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.8% | 0.9% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,248 | 1,189 | 1,290 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 22.4% | 24.6% | 21.9% |
| –Rent / Income | 14.6% | 21.5% | 17.7% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,309 | 10,142,077 | 9,327 |
| Median Household Size | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,278 | 9,275,217 | 9,154 |
| –Lone Person Households | 25.7% | 25.6% | 24.4% |
| –Group Households | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.3% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 72.3% | 70.5% | 73.3% |
| –Couple with Children | 31.9% | 31.4% | 34.1% |
| –Couple No Children | 26.7% | 26.8% | 27.7% |
| –One Parent Family | 12.6% | 11.1% | 10.6% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 47.9% | 46.5% | 51.1% |
| Never Married | 34.7% | 36.5% | 31.8% |
Studies show high learning engagement, with 29.7% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This includes 11.4% attending primary school, 6.8% in high school, and 5.0% enrolled in university or vocational training.
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 41.7% | 30.4% | 46.6% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 24.0% | 20.0% | 26.6% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 11.6% | 7.6% | 14.0% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 10.6% | 10.8% | 10.7% |
| –Certificate | 16.3% | 22.0% | 14.1% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 31.3% | 36.8% | 28.6% |
| Number of Schools | 0 | 11,054 | 10 |
| Total School Attendance | 0 | 4,176,099 | 3,655 |
| ICSEA Score | 0 | 1,001 | 1,108 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 99 | 100 | 94 |
Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.6km · score 26
Hospital
7.3km · score 46
Shopping Centre
4.7km · score 26
Banks
4.3km · score 14
Pharmacy
1.3km · score 33
Fitness Centre
1.5km · score 47
Schools
1.4km · score 16
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 18 | 171,981 | 177 |
| Routes | 68 | 12,966 | 217 |
| Weekly Trips | 4,321 | 1,140,068 | 14,283 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 85 | 235 | 89 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 166 | 7,586 | 185 |
| Population per Stop | 188 | 161 | 140 |
| Population per Trip | 0.8 | 24.3 | 1.7 |
| Population per Route | 50 | 2,136 | 114 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 90 | 100 | 88 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 13.8% | 23.9% | 14.2% |
| Single Mode Commute | 83.2% | 73.8% | 83.8% |
| Two Mode | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| –Car | 88.4% | 84.1% | 87.9% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.1% |
| –Bus | 8.2% | 3.6% | 7.0% |
| –Walk | 1.1% | 3.7% | 1.1% |
| –Cycle | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| –Other | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 56.8% | 55.7% | 60.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 5.6% | 5.8% | 6.1% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 64.9% | 69.8% | 66.3% |
| One Long Term Condition | 23.8% | 20.5% | 22.9% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 7.7% | 6.4% | 7.3% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 3.5% | 3.3% | 3.5% |
| –Arthritis | 9.1% | 7.7% | 9.0% |
| –Asthma | 8.6% | 7.4% | 8.1% |
| –Cancer | 3.3% | 2.6% | 3.2% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| –Diabetes | 4.6% | 4.3% | 3.9% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.7% | 3.6% | 3.7% |
| –Kidney Disease | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 9.3% | 8.0% | 8.5% |
| –Stroke | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| –Other Condition | 8.5% | 7.3% | 9.1% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 21.7% | 29.3% | 23.4% |
| Born in Australia | 78.3% | 70.7% | 76.6% |
| Australian Citizens | 91.6% | 83.8% | 90.8% |
| Speak English Only | 85.1% | 76.4% | 83.7% |
| Speak Other Language | 14.9% | 23.6% | 16.3% |
| Indigenous Population | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 1.8% | 2.6% | 1.6% |
| –Christianity | 42.5% | 47.5% | 44.9% |
| –Hinduism | 2.2% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| –Islam | 1.3% | 3.5% | 1.8% |
| –Judaism | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| –Other | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| –No Religion | 51.2% | 41.6% | 48.7% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Rivett | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 39 | 38 | 41 |
| Largest Age Group | 35 to 44 | 25 to 34 | 35 to 44 |
| Children (0-14) | 19.3% | 17.5% | 18.9% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 61.3% | 64.7% | 60.1% |
| Seniors (65+) | 20.0% | 17.8% | 21.0% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 15.0% | 16.0% | 13.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 64.0% | 55.0% | 66.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Rivett contains 3 Long Day Care centres (277 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Australian Capital Territory average. With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area, only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 0.7 - placing the area among the top 20% nationally for supply per child. Projected population decline of 6.4% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are strong income performance.
Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being relatively in line with national benchmarks while high fees are observed despite adequate supply suggesting premium positioning or quality differentiation. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
5 school catchments intersect Rivett (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 5,012 children aged under 5 reside, served by 6,017 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 0.8 children per place, with limited variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts