Lyneham, ACT 2632
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- Family & community
- $425/wk Median
- 48.3% Renters
Lyneham Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.7k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $425
- To the CBD
- 4.6km
- Walkability
- 9.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Lyneham Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Lyneham is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 5,703 residents, a substantial 48.3% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $425 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Lyneham
Lyneham Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Lyneham Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Lyneham
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Lyneham
Real questions renters ask before moving to Lyneham.
How much does it cost to rent in Lyneham?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Lyneham is $425. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $425 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Lyneham family-friendly for renters?
Lyneham has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $425/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
Is Lyneham walkable?
Lyneham carries a walkability score of 9.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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