Overall score
Buxton
46.1/100
Yanderra
32.0/100
Buxton vs Yanderra, NSW suburb comparison
Buxton for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BuxtonYanderra
Crime rate
Buxton
42.8 / 1k
Yanderra
43.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Buxton
38
Yanderra
12
Population
Buxton
2,071
Yanderra
702
Metric leadBuxton 8Yanderra 12 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Buxton reads as a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace; Yanderra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Buxton is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Yanderra answers with a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Buxton sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Yanderra.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Buxton, while Yanderra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.