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Forrest, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Forrest is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 1,827. Elevation: 1,913 ft (583 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
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About Forrest
Forrest is a suburb of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Forrest is named after Sir John Forrest, an explorer, legislator, federalist, Premier of Western Australia, and one of the fathers of the Australian Constitution. Streets in Forrest are named after explorers and governors. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics Forrest is the second most socio-economic advantaged location in Australia after the neighbouring suburb of Barton.
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Climate
| Population | 1,827 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,913 ft (583 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.3150°, 149.1286° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.0 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $61,381 |
| Median Age | 47.0 years |
About Forrest
Forrest is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 1,827. The city sits at an elevation of 1,913 feet (583 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Forrest vs Australia Average
Income: Forrest vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $61,381 |
| 18% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $61,381 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,180 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 174 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $321,200 |
| 14% above Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,606 |
| 38% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.3% |
| Housing Units | 731 |
Property Tax
Climate in Forrest
Forrest has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,913 ft (583 m) |
| Area | 259.9 sq mi (673.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.3150°N, 149.1286°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Forrest has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 41°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Forrest
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telopea Park School | — | — | — | — |
| Forrest Primary | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Forrest
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Forrest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Lanyon Homestead | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Forrest
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Forrest
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Hotels in Forrest
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Forrest
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Forrest
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Forrest
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Forrest
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Forrest
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Forrest
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Forrest
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Forrest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Forrest
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Forrest
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Forrest
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| Adaminaby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Braidwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cabramurra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Forrest
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forrest
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACT Jewish Community | |
| Canberra Baptist Church | |
| Free Serbian Orthodox Church of St. George | |
| Free Serbian Orthodox Church of St. George | |
| Lakeside Christian Church | |
| Presbyterian Church of Saint Andrew | |
| St Christopher’s Cathedral | |
| Wesley Uniting Church |
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What is the population of Forrest?
Forrest has a population of 1,827 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 259.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Forrest expensive to live in?
The median household income is $61,381, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $321,200 (14% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,606 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Forrest?
Forrest has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.
How is the job market in Forrest?
Forrest has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,180. There are 174 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Forrest?
The median home value in Forrest is $321,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,606. The homeownership rate is 68.7%.