Overall score
Blakeview
53.9/100
One Tree Hill
41.0/100
Blakeview for families and investment; One Tree Hill for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Blakeview
53.9/100
One Tree Hill
41.0/100
Crime rate
Blakeview
52.1 / 1k
One Tree Hill
43.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blakeview
57
One Tree Hill
4
Population
Blakeview
8,979
One Tree Hill
1,043
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 | Blakeview | One Tree Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.9/100 | 41.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.1 / 1k | 43.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 29 | — |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 57 | 4 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 14 |
| Population | 8,979 | 1,043 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 8/10 |
Blakeview is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while One Tree Hill is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Blakeview sits in a middle-ring position, whereas One Tree Hill is within day-trip reach of the capital.
On the data, Blakeview is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; One Tree Hill answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. Blakeview generally means more approachable housing costs, while One Tree Hill leans toward more sought-after housing.
Blakeview suits families and investors more clearly, whereas One Tree Hill is the stronger match for retirees.