Overall score
Braddon
61.1/100
Downer
59.9/100
Braddon vs Downer, ACT suburb comparison
Braddon for families and schools; Downer for retirees 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
279
Downer
89
Population
Braddon
6,383
Downer
4,296
Metric leadBraddon 5Downer 31 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.
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 and nearby cafés and amenities, while Downer stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Braddon suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Downer is the stronger match for retirees and investors.