Ainslie vs Watson
A data-only, side-by-side comparison of Ainslie and Watson, two suburbs in Australian Capital Territory — population, demographics, socio-economic profile and climate, drawn from public sources.
Key differences
- Watson is the larger of the two, with about 6,727 residents to Ainslie's 5,376.
- Watson sits a little higher on the ABS SEIFA index of socio-economic advantage (1110 to 1109, where about 1000 is the national average).
- Median weekly household income is higher in Ainslie ($2,434 to $2,414).
- Residents are typically older in Ainslie (median age 42 to 34).
Ainslie vs Watson side by side
| Measure | Ainslie | Watson |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,376 | 6,727 |
| Median age | 42 | 34 |
| Median weekly household income | $2,434 | $2,414 |
| SEIFA score | 1109 | 1110 |
| State / territory | Australian Capital Territory | Australian Capital Territory |
| Avg summer high (Jan) | 27°C | 27°C |
| Avg winter high (Jul) | 10.1°C | 10.1°C |
| Annual rainfall | 742 mm | 742 mm |
Climate figures are long-run monthly normals (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Common questions
Is Ainslie or Watson bigger?
Watson is larger, with about 6,727 residents at the 2021 Census compared with 5,376 in Ainslie.
Is Ainslie or Watson warmer?
Ainslie is generally warmer in summer, with an average January daytime high of 27°C compared with 27°C.