Hume vs Macarthur ACT
Two Australian Capital Territory suburbs, about 3.1 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Hume | Macarthur | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 395 | 1,405 |
| Median age | 34 | 39 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $110 | $520 |
| Owner-occupied | 100% | 89% |
| Family households | 0% | 86% |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | — | 10 |
| Tree canopy | 3% | 9% |
| Population 2011 | 308 | 1,460 |
What stands out
Hume rents cheaper — $110 vs $520 a week at the census.
Macarthur is the greener of the two (9% vs 3% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: Hume +28%, Macarthur -4%.
In short
The two sit about 3.1 km apart in a straight line, both in Australian Capital Territory.
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