Overall score
Ariah Park
25.9/100
Temora
49.2/100
Temora for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ariah Park
25.9/100
Temora
49.2/100
Crime rate
Ariah Park
38.6 / 1k
Temora
52.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ariah Park
0
Temora
14
Population
Ariah Park
439
Temora
4,706
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 | Ariah Park | Temora |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.9/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.5/100 | 67.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.6 / 1k | 52.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 276 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 14 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 68 |
| Population | 439 | 4,706 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Ariah Park reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Temora is a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Ariah Park tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Temora stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Temora, while Ariah Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.