Overall score
Bakers Hill
28.1/100
Clackline
22.1/100
Bakers Hill for retirees and investment; Clackline for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bakers Hill
28.1/100
Clackline
22.1/100
Crime rate
Bakers Hill
1680.9 / 1k
Clackline
6505.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bakers Hill
0
Clackline
16
Population
Bakers Hill
1,276
Clackline
330
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 | Bakers Hill | Clackline |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.1/100 | 22.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.5/100 | 37.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 1680.9 / 1k | 6505.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 1 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 16 |
| Population | 1,276 | 330 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Bakers Hill is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Clackline is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Bakers Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Clackline stands out for nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Bakers Hill sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Clackline.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bakers Hill, while Clackline remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.