Overall score
Centennial Park
51.0/100
Orana
43.4/100
Centennial Park for retirees and families; Orana for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Centennial Park
51.0/100
Orana
43.4/100
Crime rate
Centennial Park
4855.4 / 1k
Orana
1619.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Centennial Park
66
Orana
25
Population
Centennial Park
689
Orana
2,035
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 | Centennial Park | Orana |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.0/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.8/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 4855.4 / 1k | 1619.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 9 |
| Walkability | 77.5/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 66 | 25 |
| Population | 689 | 2,035 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Centennial Park is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Orana is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Centennial Park is stronger for public transport access and walkability; Orana answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Centennial Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Orana is the stronger match for investors.