Overall score
Rivett
61.9/100
Waramanga
59.0/100
Rivett vs Waramanga, ACT Suburb Comparison
Rivett for families; Waramanga for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RivettWaramanga
Crime rate
Rivett
12.2 / 1k
Waramanga
16.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rivett
75
Waramanga
83
Population
Rivett
3,354
Waramanga
2,785
Metric leadRivett 3Waramanga 63 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 | Rivett | Waramanga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.9/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 69.2/100 | 70.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.2 / 1k | 16.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 75 | 83 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 2 |
| Green cover | 5.8% | 13.5% |
| Population | 3,354 | 2,785 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Rivett is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Waramanga is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Rivett tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, overall desirability, and a larger local community, while Waramanga stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, retirees, families, and investors are more likely to prefer Rivett, while Waramanga remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.