Overall score
Amaroo
66.0/100
Gungahlin
67.1/100
Amaroo vs Gungahlin, ACT suburb comparison
Amaroo for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AmarooGungahlin
Crime rate
Amaroo
17.4 / 1k
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Amaroo
123
Gungahlin
494
Population
Amaroo
6,129
Gungahlin
8,586
Metric leadAmaroo 4Gungahlin 42 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Amaroo is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Gungahlin is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Amaroo is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Gungahlin answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Amaroo, while Gungahlin remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.