North Canberra

Campbell

ACT2612

Campbell at a glance

Median house

$1,715,000

Median unit

$649,500

Walk score

100

Walker's paradise

Population

6,564

Median age 28

The brief

What to know about Campbell.

The postcode for Campbell is 2612 (ACT), part of Greater Canberra.

The median house price in Campbell is $1,715,000.

Campbell (2612) sits in the North Canberra region of the ACT. The median house here is $1,715,000, well above the the ACT median of around $950K.

Campbell has roughly 6,564 residents, with a young, transient demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied. Day-to-day life here is very walkable, with most errands manageable on foot.

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Day to day

What it’s like to live here.

Campbell scores 100/100 on walkability, which makes it very walkable with workable public transport options. Coffee, groceries and a meal out are mostly walking-distance, which keeps a household viable on one car.

Schooling within or near the suburb covers 8 government primary, 3 government secondary, 3 Catholic, 5 independent.

Who lives here

Demographics.

The 2021 Census put Campbell's population at 6,564, with a median age of 28. That sits as a young, transient demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied (60% own, 38% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (64% family households, 29% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.

Population

6,564

Median age

28

Family households

64%

Lone person

29%

Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census

Houses change hands at $1,715,000 on a typical sale, well above the the ACT median. Units come in around $649,500, roughly 62% below the house median.

For buyers

A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $343,000. Prices sit well above the the ACT median, so plan for a stretched deposit and shop carefully on borrowing capacity.

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Market

The price of a home here.

Median house price

$1,715,000

+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $649,500.

Sales data as of December 2024· sales-abs

Rental and ownership

Weekly rent (house)

$490/wk

Weekly rent (unit)

$500/wk

Owner occupied

60%

Renter occupied

38%

At a deeper level

Median House PriceSource: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

$1,715,000

Median Unit PriceSource: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

$649,500

PopulationSource: ABS Census 2021 · May 2026

6,564

Median age: 28

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For investors

Investment overview.

Gross rental yield on houses sits at 1.49% (median rent $490/wk against a $1,715,000 price tag). Units yield 4.00% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. With 38% of households renting, the leasing market is established and vacancy risk tends to be lower than in owner-dominated suburbs.

Gross Yield (House)

Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

1.49%

Based on $1,715,000 median

Gross Yield (Unit)

Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

4.00%

Based on $649,500 median

Annual Growth (House)

Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

Year-on-year capital growth

Annual Growth (Unit)

Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

Year-on-year capital growth

Owner Occupancy

Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 2026

60%

Higher = more owner-occupier demand

Days on Market

Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024

Lower = higher buyer demand

Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.

Safety

Crime and safety.

Offence Summary

92

total offences in 2025

Top offence categories

BLACK MOUNTAIN92 (100.0%)

Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.

Source: State Police Open Data

Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data

Getting around

Walkability.

Walk Score

100

Transit Score

100

Bike Score

100

Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)

Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap

Place

Location.

Amenities

Transport

Nearby suburbs

Education

Schools in Campbell.

Local schools for Campbell

View the catchment for each school to find out more.

Government School Catchment

Campbell High School

7-10CoEdGovernment
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Ainslie School

K-6CoEdGovernment
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Campbell Primary School

K-6CoEdGovernment
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Frequently asked

About Campbell.

What is the median house price in Campbell?
The median house price in Campbell, ACT 2612 is $1,715,000. The median unit price is $649,500.
What is the Campbell postcode?
Campbell is in the 2612 postcode, in ACT, in the North Canberra region.
Where is Campbell?
Campbell is a suburb of Canberra, in ACT 2612. It is part of the Greater Canberra area, in the North Canberra region.
What is the average rent in Campbell?
The median weekly rent for houses is $490, for units it's $500.
What schools are in Campbell?
There are 20 schools serving Campbell on this page, including Campbell High School, Ainslie School, Merici College.
How walkable is Campbell?
Campbell has a Walk Score of 100 out of 100, very walkable. transit score 100, bike score 100.
What suburbs are near Campbell?
Campbell is close to Reid, City, Braddon, Canberra, O Connor.
What is the population of Campbell?
The population of Campbell is approximately 6,564 (2021 Census). The median age is 28.

Sources cited

Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →

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