Most Dense in Australian Capital Territory

Top 36 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Australian Capital Territory

1 Braddon 11,820/mi²
2 Franklin 7,560/mi²
3 Bonner 6,795/mi²
4 Casey 6,471/mi²
5 Amaroo 6,129/mi²
6 Phillip 5,197/mi²
7 Watson 4,704/mi²
8 Ainslie 3,982/mi²
9 Calwell 3,795/mi²
10 Bruce 3,357/mi²
11 O'Connor 3,131/mi²
12 Campbell 3,039/mi²
13 Curtin 3,010/mi²
14 Canberra 2,601/mi²
16 Ngunnawal 291/mi²
17 Gungahlin 228/mi²
18 Harrison 219/mi²
19 Belconnen 183/mi²
20 Nicholls 178/mi²
21 Kambah 171/mi²
22 Kaleen 165/mi²
23 Dunlop 157/mi²
24 Macgregor 152/mi²
25 Palmerston 148/mi²
26 Holt 121/mi²
27 Evatt 119/mi²
28 Gordon 86/mi²
29 Wanniassa 86/mi²
30 Monash 62/mi²
31 Chisholm 57/mi²
32 Conder 56/mi²
33 Banks 56/mi²
34 Narrabundah 25/mi²
35 Griffith 21/mi²
36 Lyneham 20/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Australian Capital Territory pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Braddon leads with 11,820 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Braddon has 11,820 people per square mile - that's roughly 18 people per acre.
  • 2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
  • 3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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