Overall score
East Side
47.1/100
Gillen
45.7/100
East Side vs Gillen, NT Suburb Comparison
East Side for value; Gillen for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
East SideGillen
Nearby amenities
East Side
62
Gillen
77
Population
East Side
3,098
Gillen
4,466
Metric leadEast Side 4Gillen 52 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | East Side | Gillen |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.1/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.7/100 | 39.6/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 1.6/100 | 1.6/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 12 |
| Walkability | 46.5/100 | 43.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 62 | 77 |
| Green cover | 5.2% | 7.5% |
| Population | 3,098 | 4,466 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
East Side is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Gillen is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
East Side tends to lead on housing affordability, walkability, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Gillen stands out for schools and education options, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities. East Side generally means more sought-after housing, while Gillen leans toward more mid-market housing value.
East Side suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Gillen is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.