Overall score
Ngunnawal
64.3/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Ngunnawal for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ngunnawal
64.3/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Crime rate
Ngunnawal
12.3 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ngunnawal
111
Claremont
42
Population
Ngunnawal
10,957
Claremont
8,397
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 | Ngunnawal | Claremont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.3/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.3 / 1k | 449.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | — | 71 |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 111 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 5 | — |
| Population | 10,957 | 8,397 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 2/10 |
Across states, Ngunnawal is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, whereas Claremont is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
On the data, Ngunnawal is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Claremont answers with parks and reserves. On housing, Ngunnawal sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Claremont.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ngunnawal, while Claremont remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.