Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Tingira Heights
27.7/100
Belmont North for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Tingira Heights
27.7/100
Crime rate
Belmont North
88.0 / 1k
Tingira Heights
66.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont North
101
Tingira Heights
11
Population
Belmont North
6,291
Tingira Heights
2,043
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 | Belmont North | Tingira Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 27.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.7/100 | 28.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.0 / 1k | 66.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 115 | 30 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 11 |
| Planning activity | 27 | 7 |
| Population | 6,291 | 2,043 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Belmont North reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Tingira Heights is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Tingira Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Belmont North keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Belmont North pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Tingira Heights is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Belmont North, while Tingira Heights remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.