Overall score
Beachlands
34.4/100
Rangeway
33.9/100
Beachlands for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Beachlands
34.4/100
Rangeway
33.9/100
Crime rate
Beachlands
5117.4 / 1k
Rangeway
3669.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beachlands
3
Rangeway
4
Population
Beachlands
1,400
Rangeway
1,871
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 | Beachlands | Rangeway |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.4/100 | 33.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.2/100 | 17.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 5117.4 / 1k | 3669.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 14 |
| Walkability | 24.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 4 |
| Population | 1,400 | 1,871 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Beachlands reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Rangeway is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Beachlands tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Rangeway stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Beachlands, while Rangeway remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.