Overall score
Allans Flat
43.1/100
Tangambalanga
39.1/100
Allans Flat vs Tangambalanga, VIC suburb comparison
Allans Flat for retirees and families; Tangambalanga for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Allans FlatTangambalanga
Crime rate
Allans Flat
6.4 / 1k
Tangambalanga
38.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Allans Flat
0
Tangambalanga
12
Population
Allans Flat
297
Tangambalanga
908
Metric leadAllans Flat 3Tangambalanga 51 tiedacross 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 retireesAllans Flat
- Best for familiesAllans Flat
- Best for best valueTangambalanga
- Best for best schoolsTangambalanga
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 | Allans Flat | Tangambalanga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.1/100 | 39.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.3/100 | 89.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 6.4 / 1k | 38.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 12 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 12 |
| Population | 297 | 908 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Allans Flat is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Tangambalanga is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Allans Flat pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and overall desirability, whereas Tangambalanga is the better pick for housing affordability and walkability. Allans Flat generally means more sought-after housing, while Tangambalanga leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Retirees and families may find Allans Flat the better fit, while value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Tangambalanga.