Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Gungahlin
67.1/100
Belconnen vs Gungahlin, ACT suburb comparison
Belconnen for families and schools; Gungahlin for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenGungahlin
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Gungahlin
494
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Gungahlin
8,586
Metric leadBelconnen 4Gungahlin 42 tiedacross 10 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 Gungahlin is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Belconnen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Gungahlin is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Belconnen is stronger for parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities; Gungahlin answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Households prioritising schools may find Belconnen the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Gungahlin.