Overall score
Ardeer
34.4/100
Cairnlea
50.1/100
Ardeer vs Cairnlea, VIC Suburb Comparison
Ardeer for investment and schools; Cairnlea for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArdeerCairnlea
Crime rate
Ardeer
103.6 / 1k
Cairnlea
44.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ardeer
49
Cairnlea
139
Population
Ardeer
3,170
Cairnlea
10,038
Metric leadArdeer 3Cairnlea 91 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Ardeer | Cairnlea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.4/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.5/100 | 39.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 103.6 / 1k | 44.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 27 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 49 | 139 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 1 |
| Green cover | 17.0% | 15.3% |
| Population | 3,170 | 10,038 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Ardeer reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Cairnlea is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Ardeer tends to lead on housing affordability, plus schools and education options, while Cairnlea stands out for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access. Ardeer generally means more approachable housing costs, while Cairnlea leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
Choose Ardeer if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Cairnlea for retirees 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.