Overall score
Braddon
54.1/100
Gungahlin
53.0/100
Braddon vs Gungahlin, ACT Suburb Comparison
Braddon for families and schools; Gungahlin for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BraddonGungahlin
Crime rate
Braddon
61.0 / 1k
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Braddon
288
Gungahlin
511
Population
Braddon
6,383
Gungahlin
8,586
Metric leadBraddon 5Gungahlin 51 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 | Gungahlin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.1/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.0 / 1k | 52.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 288 | 511 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 6 |
| Green cover | 1.5% | 10.0% |
| Population | 6,383 | 8,586 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
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, a calmer planning outlook, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Gungahlin stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and walkability.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Braddon the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Gungahlin.
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.