Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Belconnen for retirees and families; Claremont for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Claremont
42
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Claremont
8,397
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Belconnen | Claremont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.9/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.8 / 1k | 449.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | — | 71 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,270 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 4 | — |
| Population | 8,502 | 8,397 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 2/10 |
Belconnen (ACT) is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Claremont (TAS) is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. Belconnen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Claremont is in a middle-ring position.
Belconnen tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Claremont stands out for housing affordability. On housing, Belconnen sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Claremont.
Choose Belconnen if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Claremont for investors and value-focused buyers.