Overall score
Allenby Gardens
49.6/100
Findon
57.2/100
Allenby Gardens for retirees and families; Findon for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Allenby Gardens
49.6/100
Findon
57.2/100
Crime rate
Allenby Gardens
40.6 / 1k
Findon
89.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Allenby Gardens
77
Findon
183
Population
Allenby Gardens
2,045
Findon
6,997
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 | Allenby Gardens | Findon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.6/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 39.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.6 / 1k | 89.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 27 |
| Walkability | 48.5/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 183 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 59 |
| Population | 2,045 | 6,997 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Put side by side, Allenby Gardens is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, and Findon is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Allenby Gardens is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Findon answers with schools and education options and public transport access.
Retirees and families may find Allenby Gardens the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Findon.