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Overview

Forrest, a prestigious inner‑south suburb of Canberra (postcode 2603), lies just 0.1 km from the city centre and is built to the original Griffin plan, with circular streets that can be confusing to navigate. In the 2021 Census the suburb recorded 1,827 residents, of whom 42.5 % work as professionals and median personal weekly income was $1,816 – well above the national average. The housing mix is diverse: only 36.5 % are separate houses, while 16.9 % are semi‑detached and a notable 46.6 % are flats or apartments, reflecting the suburb’s Garden City heritage and compact blocks.

Everyday life is supported by part of the Manuka shopping centre, Forrest Primary School, and close‑by churches including St Christopher’s Cathedral and the Free Serbian Orthodox Church. Public transport is convenient, with Empire Circuit and Arthur Circle bus shelters within walking distance, and the area is surrounded by embassies, a cinema, and Rydges Canberra hotel. Heritage‑protected precincts, leafy streets and a strong professional community give Forrest a blend of historic charm and modern urban convenience.

Region type mix: Metro 100%.