Average rent in Deakin, ACT — 2026

Deakin sits in the Unincorporated ACT local government area, 5km from the Canberra CBD, with a population of around 3,124 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $560/week — above the the ACT state median of $446/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$560/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
3,124

ABS 2021

Median age
45
Distance to Canberra
5 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
68%
Flats / apartments
14%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Unincorporated ACT

Renting in Deakin

Deakin is one of the more expensive parts of the ACT to rent in — the typical renter pays $560/week, around 26% above the state median of $446/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 73% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (68%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 5km from Canberra, with a population of around 3,124 and a median age of 45. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Deakin?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Deakin, ACT was $560. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Deakin rent compare to the ACT?+
At the 2021 Census, the ACT's state median rent was $446 a week. Deakin sat at $560 — 26% above the state average. The suburb is 5km from Canberra, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (68% separate houses, 14% flats here).
Which suburbs near Deakin have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Deakin's $560/week (ABS 2021) include Campbell, Civic, Garran. Forrest, Forde, Fadden sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

Nearby suburbs in ACT

O'Malley

$975/wk

Fadden

$620/wk

Forde

$590/wk

Forrest

$570/wk

Civic

$550/wk

Campbell

$550/wk

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