Overall score
Belconnen
68.9/100
Weetangera
54.4/100
Belconnen vs Weetangera, ACT suburb comparison
Belconnen for families; Weetangera for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelconnenWeetangera
Crime rate
Belconnen
83.8 / 1k
Weetangera
20.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belconnen
1,270
Weetangera
240
Population
Belconnen
8,502
Weetangera
2,795
Metric leadBelconnen 5Weetangera 5across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWeetangera
- Best for familiesBelconnen
- Best for investmentWeetangera
- Best for best valueWeetangera
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 | Weetangera |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.9/100 | 54.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.8 / 1k | 20.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 1 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,270 | 240 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 2 |
| Population | 8,502 | 2,795 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Belconnen is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Weetangera is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Belconnen tends to lead on parks and reserves and walkability, while Weetangera stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Weetangera, while Belconnen remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.