Wright, ACT 2908
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $461/wk Median
- 31.1% Renters
Wright Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.8k
- Median age
- 32
- Median weekly rent
- $461
- To the CBD
- 9.8km
- Walkability
- 9.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Wright Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Wright is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 3,808 residents, a solid minority 31.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $461 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Wright
Wright Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Wright Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Wright
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Wright
Real questions renters ask before moving to Wright.
How much does it cost to rent in Wright?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Wright is $461. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $461 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Wright?
Wright has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 3,808, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Wright family-friendly for renters?
Wright has around 2 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $461/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
Is Wright a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Wright has a 31.1% 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.
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