Nicholls
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Nicholls, ACT 2913.
About Nicholls
Welcome to Nicholls
Nicholls sits in Canberra's Gungahlin district, around 15 kilometres north of the city centre, bordered by Crace, Palmerston, Casey, Evatt and Ngunnawal. It's a settled, leafy pocket of the district known for its ridge-top parkland, family-friendly streets and easy access to Gungahlin's town centre without being right in the middle of it.
With a population of around 6,680 and a median age of 44, Nicholls tends to suit established families and professionals who've already worked their way up the property ladder, rather than first-home buyers. It's a suburb people move to and stay in, valued for its established gardens, quiet cul-de-sacs and proximity to good schools and open space.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Nicholls is largely low-key and residential, with most day-to-day dining and socialising happening a short drive away in Gungahlin town centre or neighbouring Casey. That suits residents who want a quiet home base with quick access to cafes, restaurants and takeaway options without the noise of a main strip running through their own suburb. The Gold Creek precinct, on the suburb's edge, adds a village-like cluster of shops, eateries and the Cockington Green Gardens and National Dinosaur Museum, both popular with local families and visitors alike.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Nicholls residents lean on the Gold Creek shops nearby and the larger Gungahlin Marketplace a few minutes' drive away, which covers supermarkets, specialty retailers and services. Big-format shopping and further variety are available in Casey and across greater Gungahlin, making Nicholls a convenient base without needing its own major retail strip.
Getting around
Nicholls is well served by Canberra's arterial road network, with Gundaroo Drive and Horse Park Drive providing straightforward links into Gungahlin and onward to the city via the Gungahlin Drive corridor. Public transport runs through the local bus network connecting into Gungahlin town centre, a key interchange for services heading further into Canberra. The suburb's layout, built around a central ridge and green corridor, also makes for pleasant, walkable internal streets even if car travel remains the norm for most commuting.
Schools & families
Education is one of Nicholls' strong suits, with Gold Creek School (a P-10 school) located within the suburb itself, alongside Holy Spirit Primary School and St John Paul II College nearby for Catholic schooling options through to senior secondary. This spread of schooling, combined with the suburb's parks and quiet streets, is a major drawcard for the families who make up a large share of the local population.
Parks & recreation
Nicholls is shaped around a central hill and green space that gives many homes elevated views and easy access to walking paths, while the broader Gungahlin area offers cycle paths and reserves linking through to Crace and Palmerston. The nearby Gold Creek precinct adds recreational variety, from its themed attractions to open lawns, making it a popular spot for weekend outings without residents needing to leave the local area.
The property market
Nicholls' housing stock is dominated by houses, which make up 83% of current listings, with townhouses accounting for the remaining 17% — reflecting the suburb's original development as a low-density, family-oriented area. The median house price currently sits at $1.19 million, positioning Nicholls firmly in Canberra's upper-middle price bracket, while median rent is $795 a week, appealing to tenants after established homes and larger blocks. Recent figures show a modest price pull-back of 1.6%, a relatively small adjustment that points to a market holding steady rather than one in significant flux, consistent with a suburb where turnover is naturally low and demand remains anchored by its schools, parks and connectivity.
Market snapshot
Nicholls property market
Median sale price
$1.19m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$795
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$936k
Median
$1.19m
Premium
$1.82m
Days on market
57
Auction clearance
53%
Sold this year
48
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -1.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Nicholls by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Nicholls, ACT 2913.
Population
6,680
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$3,134
median, per week
Median rent
$502
per week
Median mortgage
$2,300
per month
Mortgage / income
17%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Nicholls
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Nicholls
$850k
27/21 Temperley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
28 Arthaldo Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.32m
3 Decima Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$1.32m
9 Gordon Close
Sold ~July 2026
$990k
10 Rowley Place
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
55 Lexcen Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.09m
5 Mcauliffe Court
Sold ~June 2026
$369k
13 Massie 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
Nicholls suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Nicholls?
The median house price in Nicholls, ACT is $1.19m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 1.6%.
How much is rent in Nicholls?
The median weekly rent in Nicholls is around $795 per week.
Is Nicholls a good place to live?
Nicholls is a suburb in the Canberra, Australia district of Gungahlin. Nicholls is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 6,680 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Nicholls?
Nicholls has a population of 6,680 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Nicholls?
There are 3 schools in or near Nicholls, including Gold Creek School, Holy Spirit Primary School and St John Paul II College.
How long do homes take to sell in Nicholls?
Properties in Nicholls take around 57 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 53%.
How much do you need to buy in Nicholls?
Entry-level properties in Nicholls start around $936k, while premium homes reach $1.82m.
What suburbs are near Nicholls?
Suburbs near Nicholls include Crace, Palmerston, Casey, Evatt and Ngunnawal.
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