Wanniassa, ACT 2767
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $400/wk Median
- 20.9% Renters
Wanniassa Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.9k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 13.5km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Wanniassa Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
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
Wanniassa is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 7,885 residents, a solid minority 20.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $400 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Wanniassa
Wanniassa Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Wanniassa Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Wanniassa
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Wanniassa
Real questions renters ask before moving to Wanniassa.
What's the community like in Wanniassa?
Locals describe Wanniassa as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 7,885, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Wanniassa a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Wanniassa has a 20.9% 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.
Is Wanniassa walkable?
Wanniassa carries a walkability score of 7.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Wanniassa from the Canberra CBD?
Wanniassa is approximately 14km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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