Overall score
Belconnen
61.8/100
Charnwood
57.0/100
Belconnen vs Charnwood, ACT Suburb Comparison
Belconnen for retirees and schools; Charnwood for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenCharnwood
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Charnwood
28.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,307
Charnwood
196
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Charnwood
3,055
Metric leadBelconnen 8Charnwood 22 tiedacross 12 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.
| Category | Belconnen | Charnwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.9/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.8 / 1k | 28.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 5 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 96.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,307 | 196 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 5 |
| Green cover | 25.7% | 3.7% |
| Population | 8,502 | 3,055 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Belconnen is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Charnwood is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Belconnen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Charnwood is in a middle-ring position.
Belconnen tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and walkability, while Charnwood stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Belconnen sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Charnwood.
Belconnen suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Charnwood is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.