Whitlam
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Whitlam, ACT 2611.
About Whitlam
Welcome to Whitlam
Whitlam is one of Canberra's newest suburbs, taking shape in the Molonglo Valley district on the western edge of the capital. Bordered by the established Belconnen suburbs of Hawker, Cook, Macquarie and Prospect, and sitting alongside its near-namesake and fellow greenfield development Denman Prospect, Whitlam is still very much a suburb in the making rather than a finished neighbourhood.
With a population currently numbering in the single digits and a median age of 27, this is a suburb defined by early movers — young buyers and builders getting in on the ground floor of a masterplanned community rather than families settling into a long-established streetscape. It suits those who want to shape a new-build home in a considered urban design close to Canberra's inner north and west, and who don't mind a bit of construction dust while the suburb fills in around them.
Housing & architecture
Whitlam's housing stock is overwhelmingly new. Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up around 80% of what's on the market, with land releases and townhouses each accounting for about 10%. That mix reflects the suburb's status as an active building site as much as a place to live, with many buyers purchasing blocks to design and construct rather than moving into finished homes.
Expect contemporary Canberra new-build styles here: energy-efficient designs, smaller lot sizes than the older Belconnen suburbs nearby, and streetscapes still being landscaped. As the suburb matures, the townhouse and medium-density component is likely to grow, following the pattern set by neighbouring Denman Prospect.
The property market
Whitlam's median house price currently sits at $1.34 million, with recent growth of 9.3% pointing to strong demand for a suburb that is still largely under development. Median rent is $950 a week, a figure that reflects the premium attached to new housing stock and the suburb's proximity to Belconnen's amenities and the Canberra city centre.
With population numbers still tiny, the market here is thin and prices can move on relatively few sales, so buyers should treat these figures as an early read on a suburb that will look quite different once more blocks are built out. It's a market for those comfortable buying into potential rather than an established track record.
Getting around
Whitlam is well placed for access to Canberra's western districts, with Belconnen's town centre and its bus interchange within easy reach via Hawker and Cook. The suburb benefits from the Molonglo Valley's arterial road network, including the John Gorton Drive and Coppins Crossing Road corridors, which connect through to the Tuggeranong Parkway and on to the Parliamentary Triangle and city.
As a growth-area suburb, cycling and pedestrian paths have been built into the urban design from the outset, and bus services are being extended progressively as the population grows. For now, a car remains the most practical way to get around while public transport infrastructure catches up with development.
Schools & families
Whitlam School serves the local community, giving the suburb its own dedicated public school as it grows rather than relying solely on neighbouring options. Families can also look to established schools in nearby Hawker, Cook and Macquarie as the area builds up its population and community facilities.
Given the suburb's youthful median age of 27, many current residents are likely pre-family or just starting out, but the presence of Whitlam School signals planning for the family cohort that new suburbs typically attract over time.
Parks & recreation
Whitlam sits within the broader Molonglo Valley, an area planned around significant open space and its proximity to the Molonglo River corridor and surrounding nature reserves. Residents have relatively easy access to bushland and walking trails that distinguish this part of Canberra from the more built-up inner suburbs.
Nearby Denman Prospect and the Belconnen suburbs also offer established parks, ovals and recreational facilities, giving Whitlam residents plenty of options while the suburb's own local parks and community spaces continue to be developed.
Market snapshot
Whitlam property market
Median sale price
$1.34m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$950
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1m
Median
$1.34m
Premium
$1.65m
Days on market
111
Auction clearance
14%
Sold this year
42
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +25.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Whitlam by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Whitlam, ACT 2611.
Population
7
residents (2021)
Median age
27
years
Household income
$900
median, per week
Median rent
$0
per week
Median mortgage
$2,750
per month
Mortgage / income
71%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Whitlam
Government school catchment
Whitlam School
Recent results
Recently sold in Whitlam
$599k
16 Thancoupie Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$771k
78 Thancoupie Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
14 Maggie Scott Terrace
Sold ~July 2026
$1.49m
117 Sculthorpe Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.39m
7 Tingwell Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
47 Inge King Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$715k
15 Mcdonagh Crescent
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
Whitlam suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Whitlam?
The median house price in Whitlam, ACT is $1.34m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.3%.
How much is rent in Whitlam?
The median weekly rent in Whitlam is around $950 per week.
Is Whitlam a good place to live?
Whitlam is a suburb in the Molonglo Valley, Australian Capital Territory. Whitlam is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 7 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Whitlam?
Whitlam has a population of 7 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 27.
What schools are in Whitlam?
There is 1 school in or near Whitlam, including Whitlam School.
How long do homes take to sell in Whitlam?
Properties in Whitlam take around 111 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 14%.
How much do you need to buy in Whitlam?
Entry-level properties in Whitlam start around $1m, while premium homes reach $1.65m.
What suburbs are near Whitlam?
Suburbs near Whitlam include Denman Prospect, Hawker, Prospect, Macquarie and Cook.
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