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Kingston
City in Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Overview
Kingston is a lively inner-south suburb of Canberra, known for its scenic lake foreshore, trendy dining scene, and blend of modern and historic charm. It's a hub for foodies, creatives, and those seeking a lively atmosphere close to the city centre, all set beside the stunning Lake Burley Griffin.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
Territory
Australian Capital Territory
Population
6,579
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-35.32°, 149.15°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
88
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,955
Local Cost
$2,610
Local Income
$3,700
Cashless
97
English
100
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
19.4°C
Winter Avg
5.8°C
Record High
40.5°C
Record Low
-4.5°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
705 mm
Internet Speed
102 Mbps
Upload
23 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
87
Coworking
1
Cafes
30
Nightlife
12
Parks
44
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
809.0
Airport
CBR
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 145 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 89/100.
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