Macgregor
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Macgregor, ACT 2615.
About Macgregor
Welcome to Macgregor
Macgregor sits in Canberra's Belconnen district, about 14 kilometres north-west of the city centre, out towards the growing edge of the town centre's residential sprawl. Bordered by Holt, Latham, Dunlop, Macnamara and the newer estate of Strathnairn, it's a suburb that has long felt like a settled, family-oriented pocket of Belconnen, with the added interest now of fresh development pushing out towards the Molonglo Valley on its fringes.
With a population of just over 7,000 and a median age of 34, Macgregor is solidly in family territory, though its mix of established homes and newer builds means it appeals just as much to first-home buyers and downsizers looking for something more manageable than the sprawling blocks further into Belconnen.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Macgregor tends to be low-key and practical rather than café-strip glamorous. Residents lean on the wider Belconnen Town Centre for their bigger nights out, restaurants and entertainment, while local shops handle the day-to-day. It's a suburb built around backyards, bike paths and quick trips to neighbouring centres rather than a bustling main street of its own, which suits the family and semi-rural feel that persists in pockets close to the Strathnairn edge.
Shopping
Macgregor doesn't have a large shopping centre of its own, so residents typically head to Kippax District Shops or Belconnen Town Centre for supermarkets, retail and services, both an easy drive away. This arrangement keeps Macgregor itself quiet and residential while still giving locals fast access to Belconnen's full retail and dining scene, including Westfield Belconnen, when a bigger shop or night out is on the cards.
Getting around
Macgregor is well served by Belconnen's arterial road network, with routes such as William Hovell Drive and Coulter Drive connecting residents to Belconnen Town Centre, the Gungahlin corridor and on towards the city. Bus services link the suburb into Canberra's public transport network, feeding into the Belconnen interchange, which remains the main hub for onward travel around Canberra. For those who work in Belconnen or the city, the drive in is straightforward, and the suburb's position near the developing Molonglo Valley means road links in this part of Canberra are continuing to be upgraded.
Schools & families
Macgregor Primary School anchors the suburb's family appeal, giving local children a school within their own neighbourhood rather than a drive to a neighbouring suburb. Families with older children typically look to the broader Belconnen network of high schools and colleges, with Holt, Latham and Dunlop all close by and offering their own community facilities, playgrounds and schools that Macgregor families can also draw on.
Parks & recreation
Being on the western edge of established Belconnen, Macgregor benefits from good access to open space, including walking and cycling paths that connect through to surrounding nature reserves and the Molonglo River corridor further out. Local parks and ovals service weekend sport and family outings, and the semi-rural land towards Strathnairn gives the area a slightly more open, less built-up feel than suburbs closer to the town centre.
The property market
Macgregor's housing stock is dominated by standalone houses, which make up 77% of current listings, with townhouses accounting for 20% and a small remainder of vacant land at 3%, reflecting both the suburb's established character and some ongoing infill development. The median house price currently sits at $785,000, having recorded growth of 2.6% recently, a steady if unspectacular result that points to a market holding its value rather than booming. Median weekly rent of $640 suggests solid rental demand, likely underpinned by the suburb's family-friendly reputation and proximity to Belconnen employment and services. For buyers, Macgregor offers a middle ground: established enough to have infrastructure and a settled community, but still more affordable than suburbs closer to the lake or city.
Market snapshot
Macgregor property market
Median sale price
$785k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$640
per week
Gross rental yield
4.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$679k
Median
$785k
Premium
$909k
Days on market
26
Auction clearance
93%
Sold this year
99
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Macgregor by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Macgregor, ACT 2615.
Population
7,049
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,344
median, per week
Median rent
$464
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Macgregor
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Macgregor
$949k
5 Aaron Place
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
18 Stang Place
Sold ~July 2026
$795k
10 John James Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$699k
27 Refshauge Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$699k
21 Isbister Street
Sold ~June 2026
$750k
2 Crago Place
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Macgregor suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Macgregor?
The median house price in Macgregor, ACT is $785k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.6%.
How much is rent in Macgregor?
The median weekly rent in Macgregor is around $640 per week.
Is Macgregor a good place to live?
Macgregor is a residential suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located within the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Macgregor is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 7,049 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Macgregor?
Macgregor has a population of 7,049 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Macgregor?
There is 1 school in or near Macgregor, including Macgregor Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Macgregor?
Properties in Macgregor take around 26 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 93%.
How much do you need to buy in Macgregor?
Entry-level properties in Macgregor start around $679k, while premium homes reach $909k.
What suburbs are near Macgregor?
Suburbs near Macgregor include Strathnairn, Holt, Macnamara, Dunlop and Latham.
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