Aranda vs Macquarie ACT
Two Australian Capital Territory suburbs, about 1.5 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Aranda | Macquarie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,605 | 3,104 |
| Median age | 42 | 37 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $530 | $400 |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 10 | 9 |
| Tree canopy | 16% | 10% |
| Population 2011 | 2,483 | 2,556 |
What stands out
Macquarie rents cheaper — $400 vs $530 a week at the census.
Aranda ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 10 vs 9).
Aranda is the greener of the two (16% vs 10% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: Aranda +5%, Macquarie +21%.
In short
The two sit about 1.5 km apart in a straight line, both in Australian Capital Territory.
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