Overall score
Fadden
60.2/100
Gilmore
46.0/100
Fadden vs Gilmore, ACT suburb comparison
Fadden for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FaddenGilmore
Crime rate
Fadden
8.0 / 1k
Gilmore
16.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fadden
223
Gilmore
35
Population
Fadden
3,006
Gilmore
2,706
Metric leadFadden 7Gilmore 11 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, Fadden is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Gilmore is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Fadden pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Gilmore is the better pick for walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Fadden, while Gilmore remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.