Belconnen

Belconnen lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, Belconnen's population is estimated at around 9,414 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 912 people (10.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,502 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 9,414, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 161 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,125 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Belconnen's 10.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (2.7%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 78.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections, with 2022 as a base, are adopted. Considering the projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period with Belconnen expected to grow by 4,963 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting recording a gain of 52.7% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Belconnen among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Belconnen has seen approximately 209 dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 1,049 homes were approved, with an additional 420 in FY-26 so far. On average, each new home accommodates about 1.1 new residents per year over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost for new dwellings is $295,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $39.2 million, indicating high local commercial activity. Belconnen has 308.0% more building activity per person compared to the Australian Capital Territory, suggesting ample choice for buyers and robust developer interest in the area. Recent development consists solely of townhouses or apartments, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. The location currently has about 19 people per dwelling approval, indicating market expansion. By 2041, Belconnen is projected to grow by 4,963 residents, with current construction levels expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potential growth exceeding forecasts.

Looking ahead, Belconnen is expected to grow by 4,963 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Belconnen has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 32 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include University of Canberra Sports Precinct, Belconnen Central by JW Land, Belconnen Renewable Energy Microgrid, and Ethos by Per Se Developments. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Belconnen maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Belconnen has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.0% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.5%. As of September 2025, 6,297 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 0.5% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%.

Workforce participation in Belconnen is 77.3%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 72.5%. According to Census responses, 9.5% of residents work from home. The key industries of employment are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Accommodation & food services show strong specialization with an employment share of 1.9 times the regional level, while public administration & safety employs 22.1% of local workers, below the Australian Capital Territory's 30.4%.

There are 1.7 workers for every resident in Belconnen, indicating it functions as an employment hub. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.5%, while labour force grew by 1.2%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest that Belconnen's employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Belconnen's employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Belconnen had a median income among taxpayers of $56,432 and an average level of $68,151. Nationally, these figures are approximately average, with ACT levels at $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Belconnen would be approximately $61,658 (median) and $74,462 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 79th percentile ($1,009 weekly), while household income sits at the 51st percentile. In Belconnen, 43.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (4,095 individuals). This is consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region, where 34.3% fall into the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Belconnen, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Belconnen features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Belconnen's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 0.5% houses and 99.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's structure of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Belconnen stood at 11.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 22.0% and rented ones at 66.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. Weekly rent median was $430, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Belconnen's mortgage repayments were below the average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Belconnen features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 51.0% of all households, including 10.6% couples with children, 32.6% couples without children, and 6.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 49.0%, with lone person households at 39.3% and group households comprising 9.7%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Belconnen exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Belconnen's residents aged 15 and above have a higher educational attainment than broader averages. Specifically, 59.2% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA3 area's 43.8%. This advantage is attributed to bachelor degrees (32.8%), postgraduate qualifications (22.3%), and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational pathways account for 18.7%, with advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 9.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.2% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes tertiary education (19.1%), primary education (3.3%), and secondary education (1.9%).

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Belconnen has 38 active public transport stops, including train and bus services. These stops are served by 117 routes, providing a total of 5,620 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop is 255 meters for residents. Most commuters travel outward from Belconnen, with cars being the dominant mode at 62%. Buses account for 21% and walking for 12%. On average, there are 0.5 vehicles per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 9.5% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 802 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 147 weekly trips per stop.

Belconnen's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Belconnen's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. AreaSearch assessed mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, finding the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Private health cover is fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~5,094 people), compared to 62.4% across Australian Capital Territory. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 10.1 and 6.9% of residents respectively, while 75.2% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 9.7% of residents aged 65 and over (913 people), lower than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Belconnen is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Belconnen has a culturally diverse population, with 48.8% speaking a language other than English at home and 52.7% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Belconnen, comprising 28.2% of its population. Hinduism is significantly overrepresented, making up 10.7%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other at 19.7%, English at 17.6%, and Australian at 15.8%. Korean (1.5% vs regional 0.6%), Chinese (12.2% vs regional 4.2%), and Spanish (0.7% vs regional 0.5%) are notably overrepresented in Belconnen's ethnic groups.

Belconnen hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Belconnen has a median age of 31, which is younger than the Australian Capital Territory's figure of 35 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Belconnen has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (36.2%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (4.5%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national figure of 14.4%. Between 2021 and the present, the 0 to 4 age group has grown from 4.5% to 5.3% of Belconnen's population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 37.8% to 36.2%, and the 15 to 24 age group has dropped from 18.3% to 17.0%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Belconnen's age structure. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to increase by 1,331 people (39%), from 3,407 to 4,739.