Hawker, ACT 2914
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $375/wk Median
- 22.9% Renters
Hawker Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $375
- To the CBD
- 9.3km
- Walkability
- 8.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Hawker Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Hawker for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 22.9% of the suburb's 3,008 residents rent.
Around Hawker
Hawker Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Hawker Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Hawker
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hawker
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hawker.
Is Hawker walkable?
Hawker carries a walkability score of 8.6/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Hawker?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Hawker is $375. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $375 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Hawker family-friendly for renters?
Hawker has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $375/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
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