Overall score
Gordon
55.0/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Gordon for retirees and families; Claremont for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gordon
55.0/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Crime rate
Gordon
7.8 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gordon
77
Claremont
42
Population
Gordon
7,892
Claremont
8,397
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Gordon (ACT) is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Claremont (TAS) is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
On the data, Gordon is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Claremont answers with a larger local community. Gordon generally means more sought-after housing, while Claremont leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Choose Gordon if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Claremont for investors.