Overall score
Darwin City
63.9/100
Stuart Park
55.3/100
Darwin City vs Stuart Park, NT suburb comparison
Stuart Park for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Darwin CityStuart Park
Nearby amenities
Darwin City
607
Stuart Park
124
Population
Darwin City
7,149
Stuart Park
4,101
Metric leadDarwin City 4Stuart Park 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)
- Best for familiesStuart Park
- Best for investmentStuart Park
- Best for best schoolsStuart Park
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 | Stuart Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.9/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 3.6/100 | 11.6/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 15 |
| Walkability | 91.0/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 607 | 124 |
| Population | 7,149 | 4,101 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Darwin City is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Stuart Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Darwin City pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, whereas Stuart Park is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access.
Darwin City suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Stuart Park is the stronger match for investors.