Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Braddon
61.1/100
Belconnen vs Braddon, ACT suburb comparison
Belconnen for investment and value; Braddon for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenBraddon
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Braddon
61.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Braddon
279
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Braddon
6,383
Metric leadBelconnen 5Braddon 4across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Belconnen is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Braddon is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Belconnen tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Braddon stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Choose Belconnen if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Braddon for retirees and families.