Overall score
Gray
42.4/100
Johnston
43.8/100
Gray vs Johnston, NT suburb comparison
Johnston for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrayJohnston
Nearby amenities
Gray
55
Johnston
30
Population
Gray
3,142
Johnston
2,386
Metric leadGray 5Johnston 4across 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.
Comparison summary
Gray is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Johnston is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
On the data, Gray is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Johnston answers with housing affordability and walkability. On housing, Gray sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Johnston.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Johnston, while Gray remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.