Overview
Geographical and demographic description
Bean is an electorate in the Australian Capital Territory, covering southern Canberra and surrounding rural areas.
The Bean electorate in ACT is currently represented by David Smith (Labor) since 2019. This electorate profile provides comprehensive information about local issues, voting history, demographic breakdown, and electoral boundaries.
Key Areas
TuggeranongWeston CreekMolonglo ValleyTharwa
Key Local Issues
Public Services
high
Maintaining quality public services for the substantial public service workforce in the electorate.
Infrastructure
medium
Developing infrastructure to support growing suburban areas.
Election History
| Year | Winner | 2PP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | David Smith (Labor) | 61.8% | +7.7% |
| 2019 | David Smith (Labor) | 54.1% | -2.1% |
Quick Facts
State: ACT
Type: Urban
Population: 145,000
MP Since: 2019
Demographics
Median Age: 38
Median Income: $2,150 weekly
University Educated: 42%