Overall score
Cambridge
49.1/100
Seven Mile Beach
40.9/100
Cambridge for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cambridge
49.1/100
Seven Mile Beach
40.9/100
Crime rate
Cambridge
2346.4 / 1k
Seven Mile Beach
2346.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cambridge
39
Seven Mile Beach
36
Population
Cambridge
1,454
Seven Mile Beach
1,467
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 | Seven Mile Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.1/100 | 40.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2346.4 / 1k | 2346.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 17 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 39 | 36 |
| Population | 1,454 | 1,467 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Cambridge is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Seven Mile Beach is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Cambridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Seven Mile Beach keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Cambridge tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Seven Mile Beach stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. On housing, Cambridge sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Seven Mile Beach.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Cambridge, while Seven Mile Beach remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.