Giralang vs Kaleen, ACT suburb comparison

Kaleen for families and value.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

GiralangKaleen

Overall score

Giralang

67.5/100

Kaleen

77.5/100

Crime rate

Giralang

21.7 / 1k

Kaleen

17.7 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Giralang

91

Kaleen

296

Population

Giralang

3,372

Kaleen

7,672

Metric leadGiralang 2Kaleen 52 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.

CategoryGiralangKaleen
Overall score67.5/10077.5/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate21.7 / 1k17.7 / 1k
Schools & preschools44
Walkability57.0/10088.0/100
Nearby amenities91296
Planning activity36
Population3,3727,672
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/109/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Giralang is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Kaleen is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.

Giralang pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Kaleen is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kaleen, while Giralang remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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