Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Macgregor
57.5/100
Belconnen vs Macgregor, ACT suburb comparison
Belconnen for families and schools; Macgregor for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenMacgregor
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Macgregor
13.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Macgregor
97
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Macgregor
7,049
Metric leadBelconnen 5Macgregor 31 tiedacross 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
Put side by side, Belconnen is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Macgregor is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Belconnen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Macgregor is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Belconnen is stronger for schools and education options and walkability; Macgregor answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Belconnen suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Macgregor is the stronger match for retirees and investors.