Overall score
Chifley
47.1/100
Torrens
57.2/100
Chifley vs Torrens, ACT suburb comparison
Torrens for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChifleyTorrens
Crime rate
Chifley
9.6 / 1k
Torrens
9.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chifley
109
Torrens
33
Population
Chifley
2,680
Torrens
2,424
Metric leadChifley 4Torrens 32 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, Chifley is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Torrens is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Chifley sits closer to the city centre, whereas Torrens is in a middle-ring position.
Chifley pulls ahead on schools and education options and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Torrens is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Torrens, while Chifley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.