Overall score
Gilmore
46.0/100
Richardson
46.4/100
Gilmore vs Richardson, ACT suburb comparison
Gilmore for retirees; Richardson for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GilmoreRichardson
Crime rate
Gilmore
16.9 / 1k
Richardson
29.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilmore
35
Richardson
58
Population
Gilmore
2,706
Richardson
3,058
Metric leadGilmore 3Richardson 51 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 retireesGilmore
- Best for investmentRichardson
- Best for best schoolsRichardson
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 | Gilmore | Richardson |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.0/100 | 46.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 29.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 8 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 58 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 3 |
| Population | 2,706 | 3,058 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Gilmore is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Richardson is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Gilmore pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, whereas Richardson is the better pick for schools and education options and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Gilmore sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Richardson.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Richardson, while Gilmore remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.