Overall score
Beverly Hills
65.8/100
Peakhurst
56.8/100
Beverly Hills for retirees and families; Peakhurst for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Beverly Hills
65.8/100
Peakhurst
56.8/100
Crime rate
Beverly Hills
42.5 / 1k
Peakhurst
71.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beverly Hills
184
Peakhurst
152
Population
Beverly Hills
10,483
Peakhurst
12,079
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 | Beverly Hills | Peakhurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.8/100 | 56.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.6/100 | 32.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.5 / 1k | 71.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 100 | 169 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 184 | 152 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 26 |
| Population | 10,483 | 12,079 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Beverly Hills is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Peakhurst is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Beverly Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Peakhurst keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Beverly Hills tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Peakhurst stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Choose Beverly Hills if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Peakhurst for households prioritising schools.