Overall score
Braddon
61.1/100
Queanbeyan
60.0/100
Braddon vs Queanbeyan suburb comparison (ACT vs NSW)
Braddon for retirees and families; Queanbeyan for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BraddonQueanbeyan
Crime rate
Braddon
61.0 / 1k
Queanbeyan
61.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Braddon
279
Queanbeyan
301
Population
Braddon
6,383
Queanbeyan
6,409
Metric leadBraddon 4Queanbeyan 5across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBraddon
- Best for familiesBraddon
- Best for best valueQueanbeyan
- Best for best schoolsBraddon
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 | Queanbeyan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.1/100 | 60.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.2/100 | 35.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.0 / 1k | 61.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 8 |
| Public transport stops | — | 66 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 279 | 301 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 24 |
| Population | 6,383 | 6,409 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Braddon (ACT) is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Queanbeyan (NSW) is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Braddon sits closer to the city centre, whereas Queanbeyan is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Braddon is stronger for a quieter safety profile and overall desirability; Queanbeyan answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
Braddon suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Queanbeyan is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.