Overall score
Belconnen
61.8/100
Pimpama
44.9/100
Belconnen vs Pimpama Suburb Comparison (ACT vs QLD)
Belconnen for retirees and families; Pimpama for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenPimpama
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Pimpama
49.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,307
Pimpama
90
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Pimpama
24,601
Metric leadBelconnen 8Pimpama 3across 11 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 | Pimpama |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 44.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.9/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.8 / 1k | 49.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | — | 79 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 69.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,307 | 90 |
| Planning activity | 5 | — |
| Green cover | 25.7% | 6.5% |
| Population | 8,502 | 24,601 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
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, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities; Pimpama answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
Belconnen suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Pimpama 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.