Braddon vs Gungahlin, ACT suburb comparison

Braddon for families and schools; Gungahlin for investment and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

BraddonGungahlin

Overall score

Braddon

61.1/100

Gungahlin

67.1/100

Crime rate

Braddon

61.0 / 1k

Gungahlin

52.4 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Braddon

279

Gungahlin

494

Population

Braddon

6,383

Gungahlin

8,586

Metric leadBraddon 3Gungahlin 6across 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.

CategoryBraddonGungahlin
Overall score61.1/10067.1/100
Housing (desirability)8.2/10025.5/100
Crime rate61.0 / 1k52.4 / 1k
Schools & preschools86
Parks & reserves2
Walkability85.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities279494
Planning activity36
Population6,3838,586
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/109/10

Comparison summary

Braddon 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. Braddon sits closer to the city centre, whereas Gungahlin is in a middle-ring position.

Braddon tends to lead on schools and education options and a calmer planning outlook, while Gungahlin stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

Families and households prioritising schools may find Braddon the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Gungahlin.

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