Overall score
Harrison
61.7/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Harrison vs Claremont suburb comparison (ACT vs TAS)
Harrison for retirees and families; Claremont for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarrisonClaremont
Crime rate
Harrison
10.6 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harrison
150
Claremont
42
Population
Harrison
8,244
Claremont
8,397
Metric leadHarrison 6Claremont 21 tiedacross 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.
| Category | Harrison | Claremont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.6 / 1k | 449.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | — | 71 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 150 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 8,244 | 8,397 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Harrison (ACT) is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Claremont (TAS) is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. Harrison sits closer to the city centre, whereas Claremont is in a middle-ring position.
Harrison pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Claremont is the better pick for parks and reserves and a larger local community. On housing, Harrison sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Claremont.
Choose Harrison if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Claremont for investors.