Oxley (ACT), ACT 2775
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $400/wk Median
- 23.1% Renters
Oxley (ACT) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 1.7k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 15km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Oxley (ACT) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Oxley (ACT) for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 23.1% of the suburb's 1,703 residents rent.
Around Oxley (ACT)
Oxley (ACT) Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Oxley (ACT) Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Oxley (ACT)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Oxley (ACT)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Oxley (ACT).
What's the community like in Oxley (ACT)?
Locals describe Oxley (ACT) as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 1,703, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
Is Oxley (ACT) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Oxley (ACT) has a 23.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How far is Oxley (ACT) from the Canberra CBD?
Oxley (ACT) is approximately 15km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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