Overall score
Jacka
50.7/100
Ngunnawal
64.3/100
Jacka vs Ngunnawal, ACT suburb comparison
Jacka for schools; Ngunnawal for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JackaNgunnawal
Crime rate
Jacka
15.0 / 1k
Ngunnawal
12.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jacka
35
Ngunnawal
111
Population
Jacka
712
Ngunnawal
10,957
Metric leadJacka 0Ngunnawal 82 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, Jacka is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Ngunnawal is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Jacka pulls ahead on highly regarded local schools and recognised heritage character, whereas Ngunnawal is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Jacka generally means more mid-market housing value, while Ngunnawal leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Jacka if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Ngunnawal for retirees and investors.