Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Pimpama
67.0/100
Belconnen for schools; Pimpama for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Pimpama
67.0/100
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Pimpama
29.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Pimpama
85
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Pimpama
24,601
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 | Pimpama |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.9/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.8 / 1k | 29.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | — | 79 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 69.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,270 | 85 |
| Planning activity | 4 | — |
| Population | 8,502 | 24,601 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Across states, Belconnen is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, whereas Pimpama is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Belconnen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Pimpama is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Belconnen is stronger for schools and education options and walkability; Pimpama answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Belconnen suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Pimpama is the stronger match for retirees and investors.