Overall score
Braddon
54.1/100
Downer
46.9/100
Braddon vs Downer, ACT Suburb Comparison
Braddon for retirees and schools; Downer for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BraddonDowner
Crime rate
Braddon
61.0 / 1k
Downer
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Braddon
288
Downer
101
Population
Braddon
6,383
Downer
4,296
Metric leadBraddon 5Downer 42 tiedacross 11 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 | Braddon | Downer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.1/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 69.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.0 / 1k | 15.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 288 | 101 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 10 |
| Green cover | 1.5% | 5.3% |
| Population | 6,383 | 4,296 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Braddon is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Downer is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Braddon tends to lead on walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability, while Downer stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
Braddon suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Downer is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.