Discover Your Political Position
Go beyond the traditional left-right spectrum with Australia's most accurate political compass test. Plot your position on economic and social axes to see where you truly stand.
What is a Political Compass?
The political compass is a two-dimensional model that plots political ideology on both an economic axis (left to right) and a social axis (authoritarian to libertarian). This creates a more nuanced picture than the traditional one-dimensional left-right spectrum.
Our Australian Political Compass Test maps your beliefs across four quadrants:
- Left-Libertarian: Socially progressive and economically left-leaning
- Left-Authoritarian: Socially traditional but economically left-leaning
- Right-Libertarian: Socially progressive but economically right-leaning
- Right-Authoritarian: Socially traditional and economically right-leaning
Why Take Our Test?
Australian Context
Questions specifically tailored to Australian political issues
Two-Dimensional Mapping
See your position on both economic and social axes
Party Comparisons
Compare your position with major Australian political parties
Shareable Results
Easy to share and compare with friends and family
The Australian Political Compass Explained
The Economic Axis
The economic axis (left to right) measures your views on economic issues:
Economic Left
- • Progressive taxation and wealth redistribution
- • Strong public services and welfare
- • Economic regulation and government intervention
- • Skepticism toward unfettered capitalism
Economic Right
- • Lower taxation and free markets
- • Limited government intervention
- • Privatization of services
- • Support for business and economic growth
The Social Axis
The social axis (authoritarian to libertarian) measures your views on social issues:
Authoritarian
- • Traditional social values
- • Stronger law enforcement and security
- • National identity and social cohesion
- • Respect for authority and institutions
Libertarian
- • Progressive social values
- • Personal freedoms and civil liberties
- • Cultural diversity and inclusion
- • Questioning of tradition and authority
Australian Political Parties on the Compass
Australia's major parties can be broadly mapped on the political compass, though it's important to note that parties contain diverse viewpoints and their positions may shift over time.
Australian Labor Party
Typically center-left economically with moderate social positions.
Liberal Party
Center-right economically with a mix of progressive and traditional social views.
The Greens
Left-wing economically with progressive social positions.
National Party
Center-right economically with traditional social values, focused on rural interests.
One Nation
Mix of left and right economic policies with socially conservative views.
Teal Independents
Economically moderate-to-right with progressive social and environmental views.
Take the Australian Political Compass Test
Our comprehensive test places you accurately on the Australian political compass. Answer questions about your views on economics, society, and Australian-specific issues to see your true political position.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the political compass differ from a simple left/right scale?
The traditional left/right spectrum only measures economic views, but people's political beliefs are more complex. By adding a second axis for social views (authoritarian to libertarian), the political compass provides a more nuanced and accurate representation of political beliefs. This allows for distinctions between, for example, socially progressive free-market supporters and socially conservative socialists.
How long does the test take to complete?
The test typically takes 5-10 minutes to complete. It consists of a series of statements that you'll be asked to agree or disagree with on a scale. There are no right or wrong answers, and you can take your time to consider each question carefully.
Are my test results stored or shared?
Please review our Privacy Policy for information about how we handle data. We collect aggregate, anonymized data for research and to improve the test, but individual results are not publicly shared without your consent. You can choose to share your results if you wish.
How accurate is this test for the Australian context?
Our political compass test has been specifically designed for the Australian political context, with questions that reflect Australian political issues, values, and discussions. While international political compass tests provide valuable insights, our test accounts for the unique aspects of Australian politics, including our voting system, major parties, and specific policy debates.
Ready to Find Your Position?
Take our Political Compass Test today to discover where you stand on the Australian political spectrum. The results might surprise you! Our test is regularly updated to reflect current Australian political issues.