Overall score
Darwin City
63.9/100
Rapid Creek
50.9/100
Darwin City vs Rapid Creek, NT suburb comparison
Rapid Creek for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Darwin CityRapid Creek
Nearby amenities
Darwin City
607
Rapid Creek
73
Population
Darwin City
7,149
Rapid Creek
3,261
Metric leadDarwin City 6Rapid Creek 3across 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 familiesRapid Creek
- Best for investmentRapid Creek
- Best for best schoolsRapid Creek
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 | Darwin City | Rapid Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.9/100 | 50.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 3.6/100 | 18.4/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 15 |
| Walkability | 91.0/100 | 28.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 607 | 73 |
| Population | 7,149 | 3,261 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Darwin City reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Rapid Creek is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Darwin City is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Rapid Creek answers with housing affordability and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Rapid Creek, while Darwin City remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.