Deakin, Australian Capital Territory — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Deakin.
| Locality | Deakin |
| Territory | Australian Capital Territory (ACT) |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -35.31968 |
| Longitude | 149.1019 |
| Population | 2,940 |
| Density | 821.2 /km² |
| Area | 3.6 km² |
| Elevation | 597 m |
| Postcode | 2600 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Canberra | 5 km south-southwest |
Deakin is a locality in the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,940. The locality covers an area of 3.6 km², giving a population density of about 821.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 597 m above sea level. It lies approximately 5 km south-southwest of Canberra. Deakin is located at 35.3197°S, 149.1019°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2600.
Deakin unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes, where the ochre earth meets a sky that often holds the soft blush of dawn or the deep indigo of dusk. It lies 85.6 km south-west of Goulburn, NSW (from Goulburn, NSW: bearing 221°T), and is situated 8.2 km north-north-east of Kambah. The prevailing character is one of quiet expanse, with residential areas interspersed with pockets of native bushland that whisper of the continent’s ancient resilience. Here, the air carries a subtle scent of dry grass and distant eucalypts, a fragrance that seems to deepen as the sun dips towards the horizon, casting long, painterly shadows across the undulating terrain. The very light seems to possess a certain clarity, a crispness that defines the edges of the hills and lends a distinct definition to the scrubby undergrowth.
Historically, Deakin's development is intrinsically linked to the growth of Canberra, its purpose evolving with the needs of the burgeoning national capital. While its direct economic roots are not in primary industries like widespread farming or mining, it has prospered as a residential hub, its character shaped by professionals and families drawn to the opportunities and lifestyle offered by its proximity to the centre. The suburb’s design reflects a deliberate planning approach, aiming for a balance between urban convenience and access to natural surroundings, a characteristic that sets Deakin apart in its thoughtful integration of human habitation with the broader geographic context. This careful consideration is evident in the well-maintained parks and the way the suburban streets gently follow the natural contours of the land, creating a sense of belonging that is both modern and deeply connected to the earth beneath.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Deakin, Australian Capital Territory with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Deakin.
Detailed location data for Deakin includes the postcode (2600), telephone area code (02), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Deakin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |