Hughes at a glance
Median house
$1,422,000
Median unit
$330,500
Population
3,210
Median age 43
Walk score
14
Very car dependent
Prices: ABS statistical area (SA2) median · 2024 · Population: 2021 Census
Across the ABS statistical area that takes in Hughes, houses changed hands at $1,422,000 in 2024, above the the ACT median. An SA2 can take in surrounding localities, so this can differ from sales in Hughes itself. Units come in around $330,500, roughly 77% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $284,000. Prices sit above the the ACT median, so plan for a stretched deposit and shop carefully on borrowing capacity.
Market
House prices in Hughes.
Median house price
$1,422,000
Median unit price $330,500.
ABS statistical area (SA2) median · 2024
An SA2 can take in surrounding localities, so this can differ from sales in Hughes itself.
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$490/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$400/wk
Owner occupied
73%
Renter occupied
24%
At a deeper level
$1,422,000
$330,500
3,210
Median age: 43
Rental data as of April 2026
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The brief
What to know about Hughes.
Hughes sits in an ABS statistical area (SA2) where the median house price is $1,422,000 (2024).
Postcode 2605 (ACT), Woden, part of Greater Canberra.
Hughes (2605) sits in the Woden region of the ACT. The median house here is $1,422,000, above the the ACT median of around $950K.
Hughes has roughly 3,210 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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What it’s like to live here.
Hughes scores 14/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with workable public transport options. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 6 government primary, 3 government secondary, 3 Catholic, 6 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Hughes's population at 3,210, with a median age of 43. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied (73% own, 24% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (72% family households, 26% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
3,210
Median age
43
Family households
72%
Lone person
26%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 1.79% (median rent $490/wk against a $1,422,000 price tag). Units yield 6.29% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (24%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 20241.79%
Based on $1,422,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 20246.29%
Based on $330,500 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 202673%
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.
31
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
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.
14
100
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Hughes.
Local schools for Hughes
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Hughes Primary School
Malkara School
The Woden School
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Frequently asked
About Hughes.
- What is the median house price in Hughes?
- The median house price for the ABS statistical area (SA2) that takes in Hughes, ACT 2605 is $1,422,000 (2024). An SA2 can take in surrounding localities, so this can differ from sales in Hughes itself. The median unit price is $330,500.
- How much is my house worth in Hughes?
- A useful starting point is the Hughes median house price of $1,422,000 (units $330,500). Your home will sit above or below that depending on land size, condition, position and what comparable homes nearby have sold for recently. For a figure specific to your property, request a free property appraisal from a local agent using the form on this page.
- What is the Hughes postcode?
- Hughes is in the 2605 postcode, in ACT, in the Woden region.
- Where is Hughes?
- Hughes is a suburb of Canberra, in ACT 2605. It is part of the Greater Canberra area, in the Woden region.
- What is the average rent in Hughes?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $490, for units it's $400.
- What schools are in Hughes?
- There are 20 schools serving Hughes on this page, including Hughes Primary School, Malkara School, Sts Peter and Paul Primary School.
- How walkable is Hughes?
- Hughes has a Walk Score of 14 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 100, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Hughes?
- Hughes is close to Garran, Curtin, Deakin West, Woden, Swinger Hill.
- What is the population of Hughes?
- The population of Hughes is approximately 3,210 (2021 Census). The median age is 43.
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