Overall score
Jacka
49.2/100
Ngunnawal
51.5/100
Jacka vs Ngunnawal, ACT Suburb Comparison
Jacka for retirees and families; Ngunnawal for 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
42
Ngunnawal
123
Population
Jacka
712
Ngunnawal
10,957
Metric leadJacka 2Ngunnawal 82 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 | Jacka | Ngunnawal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.2/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.5/100 | 64.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 15.0 / 1k | 12.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 123 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 7 |
| Green cover | 25.4% | 8.4% |
| Population | 712 | 10,957 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Jacka is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, 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, parks and reserves, and walkability. Jacka generally means housing toward the upper end of the market, while Ngunnawal leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Jacka if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Ngunnawal for retirees, investors, 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.