Curtin vs Lyons ACT
Two Australian Capital Territory suburbs, about 1.8 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Curtin | Lyons | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,569 | 3,271 |
| Median age | 41 | 36 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $450 | $360 |
| Owner-occupied | 74% | 52% |
| Family households | 74% | 61% |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 10 | 9 |
| Tree canopy | 10% | 12% |
| Population 2011 | 5,175 | 2,733 |
What stands out
Lyons rents cheaper — $360 vs $450 a week at the census.
Curtin ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 10 vs 9).
Growth since 2011: Curtin +8%, Lyons +20%.
In short
The two sit about 1.8 km apart in a straight line, both in Australian Capital Territory.
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