Overall score
Kambah
76.5/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Kambah vs Claremont suburb comparison (ACT vs TAS)
Kambah for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KambahClaremont
Crime rate
Kambah
16.5 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kambah
260
Claremont
42
Population
Kambah
15,670
Claremont
8,397
Metric leadKambah 7Claremont 02 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 | Kambah | Claremont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 76.5/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.5 / 1k | 449.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | — | 71 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 260 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 16 | — |
| Population | 15,670 | 8,397 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Kambah (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.
Kambah tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Claremont stands out for excellent public transport and recognised heritage character. Kambah generally means more sought-after housing, while Claremont leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kambah, while Claremont remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.