Overall score
Allens Rivulet
40.7/100
Lower Longley
43.9/100
Lower Longley for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Allens Rivulet
40.7/100
Lower Longley
43.9/100
Crime rate
Allens Rivulet
22.8 / 1k
Lower Longley
22.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Allens Rivulet
2
Lower Longley
3
Population
Allens Rivulet
506
Lower Longley
267
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 | Allens Rivulet | Lower Longley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.7/100 | 43.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.8/100 | 58.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.8 / 1k | 22.8 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 3 |
| Green cover | 1.8% | 0.7% |
| Population | 506 | 267 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Allens Rivulet is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Lower Longley is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Allens Rivulet sits among greener hillside streets, while Lower Longley keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Allens Rivulet is stronger for a larger local community and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Lower Longley answers with housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Allens Rivulet sits in a expensive band, compared with a gently premium feel in Lower Longley.
Allens Rivulet suits retirees more clearly, whereas Lower Longley is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.