Overall score
Cambridge Gardens
45.1/100
Jordan Springs
47.5/100
Cambridge Gardens for families and schools; Jordan Springs for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cambridge Gardens
45.1/100
Jordan Springs
47.5/100
Crime rate
Cambridge Gardens
68.7 / 1k
Jordan Springs
68.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cambridge Gardens
51
Jordan Springs
130
Population
Cambridge Gardens
2,030
Jordan Springs
11,772
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 | Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.1/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.7/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.7 / 1k | 68.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 74 |
| Walkability | 63.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 51 | 130 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 14 |
| Population | 2,030 | 11,772 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Cambridge Gardens is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, and Jordan Springs is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Cambridge Gardens sits among greener hillside streets, while Jordan Springs keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Cambridge Gardens is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; Jordan Springs answers with public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Cambridge Gardens if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Jordan Springs for retirees and investors.