Overall score
Acton
45.4/100
Park Grove
54.7/100
Acton vs Park Grove, TAS suburb comparison
Park Grove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ActonPark Grove
Crime rate
Acton
1511.3 / 1k
Park Grove
815.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Acton
21
Park Grove
56
Population
Acton
1,377
Park Grove
2,613
Metric leadActon 0Park Grove 9across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesPark Grove
- Best for familiesPark Grove
- Best for beach lifestylePark Grove
- Best for investmentPark Grove
- Best for best valuePark Grove
- Best for best schoolsPark Grove
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 | Acton | Park Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.4/100 | 54.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.0/100 | 87.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1511.3 / 1k | 815.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 11 |
| Walkability | 17.0/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 56 |
| Population | 1,377 | 2,613 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Acton is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Park Grove is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Park Grove is shaped by the coast, Acton offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Acton is stronger for relatively affordable housing and accessible rental prices; Park Grove answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Acton sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Park Grove.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Park Grove, while Acton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.