Overall score
Bargo
48.1/100
Pheasants Nest
39.1/100
Bargo for investment and value; Pheasants Nest for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bargo
48.1/100
Pheasants Nest
39.1/100
Crime rate
Bargo
43.9 / 1k
Pheasants Nest
44.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bargo
44
Pheasants Nest
43
Population
Bargo
4,516
Pheasants Nest
716
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 | Bargo | Pheasants Nest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.1/100 | 39.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.2/100 | 50.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.9 / 1k | 44.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 308 | 84 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 44 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 38 | 10 |
| Population | 4,516 | 716 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Bargo is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Pheasants Nest is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Bargo is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Pheasants Nest answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Bargo suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Pheasants Nest is the stronger match for retirees.