Overall score
Gungahlin
53.0/100
Throsby
41.8/100
Gungahlin vs Throsby, ACT Suburb Comparison
Gungahlin for retirees and investment; Throsby for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GungahlinThrosby
Crime rate
Gungahlin
52.4 / 1k
Throsby
13.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gungahlin
511
Throsby
323
Population
Gungahlin
8,586
Throsby
2,405
Metric leadGungahlin 8Throsby 31 tiedacross 12 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.
| Category | Gungahlin | Throsby |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.0/100 | 41.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 40.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.4 / 1k | 13.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 511 | 323 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 1 |
| Green cover | 10.0% | 8.7% |
| Population | 8,586 | 2,405 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Gungahlin is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Throsby is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Gungahlin is stronger for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and walkability; Throsby answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Gungahlin suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Throsby is the stronger match for retirees and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.