Gungahlin vs Throsby, ACT suburb comparison

Gungahlin for families and schools; Throsby for retirees and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

GungahlinThrosby

Overall score

Gungahlin

67.1/100

Throsby

52.0/100

Crime rate

Gungahlin

52.4 / 1k

Throsby

13.4 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Gungahlin

494

Throsby

320

Population

Gungahlin

8,586

Throsby

2,405

Metric leadGungahlin 6Throsby 4across 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.

CategoryGungahlinThrosby
Overall score67.1/10052.0/100
Housing (desirability)25.5/10076.0/100
Crime rate52.4 / 1k13.4 / 1k
Schools & preschools64
Parks & reserves21
Walkability100.0/10024.0/100
Nearby amenities494320
Planning activity61
Population8,5862,405
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/1010/10

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 and parks and reserves; Throsby answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

Gungahlin suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Throsby is the stronger match for retirees and families.

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