Overall score
Gungahlin
67.1/100
Moncrieff
57.7/100
Gungahlin vs Moncrieff, ACT suburb comparison
Gungahlin for investment; Moncrieff for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GungahlinMoncrieff
Crime rate
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Moncrieff
11.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gungahlin
494
Moncrieff
77
Population
Gungahlin
8,586
Moncrieff
5,310
Metric leadGungahlin 4Moncrieff 51 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
Put side by side, Gungahlin is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Moncrieff is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Gungahlin is stronger for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities; Moncrieff answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Moncrieff, while Gungahlin remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.