Overall score
Downer
59.9/100
Turner
52.0/100
Downer vs Turner, ACT suburb comparison
Downer for retirees and investment; Turner for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DownerTurner
Crime rate
Downer
15.8 / 1k
Turner
31.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Downer
89
Turner
124
Population
Downer
4,296
Turner
4,470
Metric leadDowner 4Turner 41 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
Downer reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Turner is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Downer tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Turner stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Downer if you are weighing retirees and investors; lean toward Turner for households prioritising schools.