Forde vs Moncrieff, ACT Suburb Comparison

Forde for retirees and families; Moncrieff for schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

FordeMoncrieff

Overall score

Forde

55.8/100

Moncrieff

45.0/100

Crime rate

Forde

7.4 / 1k

Moncrieff

11.2 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Forde

597

Moncrieff

86

Population

Forde

4,435

Moncrieff

5,310

Metric leadForde 7Moncrieff 32 tiedacross 12 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.

CategoryFordeMoncrieff
Overall score55.8/10045.0/100
Housing (desirability)43.3/10041.9/100
Crime rate7.4 / 1k11.2 / 1k
Schools & preschools36
Weather (desirability)51.2/10051.2/100
Parks & reserves23
Walkability56.0/10018.0/100
Nearby amenities59786
Planning activity14
Green cover28.8%15.8%
Population4,4355,310
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/1010/10

Comparison summary

Forde is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Moncrieff is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.

Forde tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Moncrieff stands out for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and a calmer planning outlook.

Forde suits retirees more clearly, whereas Moncrieff is the stronger match for families, investors, 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.

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