Overall score
Girraween
26.9/100
McMinns Lagoon
23.1/100
Girraween vs McMinns Lagoon, NT suburb comparison
Girraween for schools; McMinns Lagoon for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GirraweenMcMinns Lagoon
Nearby amenities
Girraween
5
McMinns Lagoon
1
Population
Girraween
1,668
McMinns Lagoon
687
Metric leadGirraween 6McMinns Lagoon 1across 7 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMcMinns Lagoon
- Best for best schoolsGirraween
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 | Girraween | McMinns Lagoon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.9/100 | 23.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.0/100 | 10.7/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 4 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 1 |
| Population | 1,668 | 687 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Girraween is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while McMinns Lagoon is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
Girraween pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas McMinns Lagoon is the better pick for housing affordability. Girraween generally means more sought-after housing, while McMinns Lagoon leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Choose Girraween if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward McMinns Lagoon for families.