Overall score
Gungahlin
67.1/100
Harrison
61.7/100
Gungahlin vs Harrison, ACT suburb comparison
Gungahlin for schools; Harrison for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GungahlinHarrison
Crime rate
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Harrison
10.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gungahlin
494
Harrison
150
Population
Gungahlin
8,586
Harrison
8,244
Metric leadGungahlin 5Harrison 41 tiedacross 10 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
Gungahlin is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Harrison is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Gungahlin sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Harrison is closer to the city centre.
Gungahlin pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas Harrison is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Gungahlin if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Harrison for retirees and families.