Overall score
Allens Rivulet
36.5/100
Margate
52.7/100
Margate for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Allens Rivulet
36.5/100
Margate
52.7/100
Crime rate
Allens Rivulet
2707.1 / 1k
Margate
324.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Allens Rivulet
2
Margate
10
Population
Allens Rivulet
506
Margate
4,239
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 | Margate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.5/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.7/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2707.1 / 1k | 324.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | — | 14 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 10 |
| Population | 506 | 4,239 |
| 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 Margate is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Allens Rivulet pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Margate is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Margate, while Allens Rivulet remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.