Overall score
Cannonvale
49.3/100
Riordanvale
24.9/100
Cannonvale for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cannonvale
49.3/100
Riordanvale
24.9/100
Crime rate
Cannonvale
81.8 / 1k
Riordanvale
45.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cannonvale
126
Riordanvale
0
Population
Cannonvale
6,596
Riordanvale
386
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 | Cannonvale | Riordanvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.3/100 | 24.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.6/100 | 24.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 81.8 / 1k | 45.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | — |
| Walkability | 26.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 126 | 0 |
| Population | 6,596 | 386 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 6/10 |
Cannonvale reads as a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Riordanvale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Cannonvale tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Riordanvale stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Cannonvale generally means more sought-after housing, while Riordanvale leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Cannonvale, while Riordanvale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.