Overall score
Katherine East
41.6/100
Lansdowne
24.5/100
Katherine East for retirees and families; Lansdowne for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Katherine East
41.6/100
Lansdowne
24.5/100
Nearby amenities
Katherine East
47
Lansdowne
0
Population
Katherine East
3,061
Lansdowne
499
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Katherine East | Lansdowne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.6/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.2/100 | 47.1/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | — |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 47 | 0 |
| Population | 3,061 | 499 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Katherine East is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Lansdowne is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Katherine East tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, while Lansdowne stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Katherine East suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Lansdowne is the stronger match for retirees and families.