Chapman vs Holder, ACT suburb comparison

Chapman for schools; Holder for retirees and investment.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

ChapmanHolder

Overall score

Chapman

62.1/100

Holder

67.4/100

Crime rate

Chapman

12.5 / 1k

Holder

6.2 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Chapman

62

Holder

88

Population

Chapman

2,867

Holder

2,816

Metric leadChapman 3Holder 43 tiedacross 10 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.

CategoryChapmanHolder
Overall score62.1/10067.4/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate12.5 / 1k6.2 / 1k
Schools & preschools36
Parks & reserves21
Walkability76.0/10070.0/100
Nearby amenities6288
Planning activity11
Population2,8672,816
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/1010/10

Comparison summary

Chapman is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Holder is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Chapman sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Holder is closer to the city centre.

On the data, Chapman is stronger for parks and reserves and walkability; Holder answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.

Chapman suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Holder is the stronger match for retirees and families.

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