Temperatures in Belconnen vary quite a lot over the different seasons. Although Belconnen is well-known for below-zero temperatures in winter, it can also get uncomfortably hot in the summer. Belconnen homeowners that have an appropriate heating and cooling system installed can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle.
The population of Belconnen in 2011 was 4,437 people. By 2016 the population was 6,644 showing a population growth of 49.7% in the area during that time. Belconnen is home to the University of Canberra, which influences the average age group in Belconnen to be quite young (20-29 years.) Households in the suburb Belconnen are primarily childless couples.. Most of Belconnen's population generally work in a professional occupation. In 2011, nealy 35% of the homes in Belconnen were owner-occupied compared with 29.2% in 2016.