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Belconnen, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Belconnen is a small city in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 6,621. Elevation: 1,959 ft (597 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Belconnen
Belconnen is the most inner suburb of the larger district of Belconnen in Canberra, Australia. Sharing its name with the larger district which encapsulates it, the suburb is surrounded with well developed infrastructure, and planning which allows it sunset views from the Brindabellas on its western side. The suburb contains important amenities for the District of Belconnen including the Belconnen Town Centre and Lake Ginninderra as well as its own well populated residential areas. It is bounded by Ginninderra Drive, Aikman Drive, Eastern Valley Way, Belconnen Way and Coulter Drive. It has a number of parks such as Margaret Timpson Park, Eastern Valley Oval and on the foreshores of Lake Ginninberra, Diddams Close Park and John Knight Memorial Park.
People
Economy
C+Housing
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| Population | 6,621 |
| Population Density | 143 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,959 ft (597 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.2380°, 149.0663° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $34,104 |
| Median Age | 30.0 years |
About Belconnen
Belconnen is a small city in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 6,621. The city sits at an elevation of 1,959 feet (597 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Belconnen vs Australia Average
Income: Belconnen vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $34,104 |
| 55% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,104 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $656 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 629 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $242,200 |
| 14% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,211 |
| 4% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 33.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 66.2% |
| Housing Units | 2,648 |
Property Tax
Climate in Belconnen
Belconnen has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,959 ft (597 m) |
| Area | 46.4 sq mi (120.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.2380°N, 149.0663°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Belconnen has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Belconnen
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Canberra Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Belconnen
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Belconnen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Belconnen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belconnen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Hotels in Belconnen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Belconnen
49 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belconnen
37 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Belconnen
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Belconnen
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Belconnen
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Belconnen
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Belconnen
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Belconnen
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belconnen
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belconnen
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Belconnen
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Belconnen
10 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Belconnen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Belconnen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Belconnen
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Belconnen
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| 2nd Crookwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cabramurra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crookwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Belconnen
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australian Post | |
| Belconnen Mall Post Office | |
| Belconnen Post Office Business Centre |
Treatment Centers in Belconnen
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belconnen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chandler Street Church | |
| Nations Heart |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Belconnen?
Belconnen has a population of 6,621 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Belconnen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $34,104, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,200 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,211 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Belconnen?
Belconnen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.
How is the job market in Belconnen?
The unemployment rate in Belconnen is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $656. There are 629 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Belconnen?
The median home value in Belconnen is $242,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,211. The homeownership rate is 33.8%.