Overall score
Aberdeen
53.8/100
Scone
61.3/100
Aberdeen for investment; Scone for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aberdeen
53.8/100
Scone
61.3/100
Crime rate
Aberdeen
60.0 / 1k
Scone
64.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aberdeen
55
Scone
126
Population
Aberdeen
2,051
Scone
5,824
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 | Aberdeen | Scone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.8/100 | 61.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.7/100 | 77.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.0 / 1k | 64.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 120 | 237 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 126 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 53 |
| Population | 2,051 | 5,824 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Aberdeen is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Scone is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Aberdeen is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Scone answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Investors may find Aberdeen the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Scone.