Overall score
Blackrock
42.0/100
Braemeadows
37.0/100
Blackrock for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Blackrock
42.0/100
Braemeadows
37.0/100
Crime rate
Blackrock
47.9 / 1k
Braemeadows
49.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blackrock
0
Braemeadows
0
Population
Blackrock
319
Braemeadows
269
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 | Blackrock | Braemeadows |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.0/100 | 37.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.9 / 1k | 49.2 / 1k |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 319 | 269 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 4/10 |
Blackrock reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Braemeadows is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Blackrock pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Braemeadows is the better pick for a country-town feel and a mature, settled community.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Blackrock, while Braemeadows remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.