Overall score
Amaroo
66.0/100
Palmerston
46.0/100
Amaroo vs Palmerston, ACT suburb comparison
Amaroo for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AmarooPalmerston
Crime rate
Amaroo
17.4 / 1k
Palmerston
18.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Amaroo
123
Palmerston
53
Population
Amaroo
6,129
Palmerston
5,579
Metric leadAmaroo 7Palmerston 11 tiedacross 9 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.
| Category | Amaroo | Palmerston |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.0/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 17.4 / 1k | 18.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 123 | 53 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 1 |
| Population | 6,129 | 5,579 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Amaroo is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Palmerston is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Amaroo sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Palmerston is closer to the city centre.
Amaroo pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas Palmerston is the better pick for a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Amaroo, while Palmerston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.