Overall score
Beaconsfield
57.0/100
Samson
43.1/100
Beaconsfield for retirees and families; Samson for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Beaconsfield
57.0/100
Samson
43.1/100
Crime rate
Beaconsfield
2118.5 / 1k
Samson
6037.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beaconsfield
200
Samson
24
Population
Beaconsfield
5,315
Samson
1,881
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 | Beaconsfield | Samson |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.0/100 | 43.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 20.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2118.5 / 1k | 6037.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | — |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 14 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 200 | 24 |
| Population | 5,315 | 1,881 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Put side by side, Beaconsfield is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Samson is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
Beaconsfield tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Samson stands out for housing affordability.
Choose Beaconsfield if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Samson for investors and value-focused buyers.