Overall score
Clarence Point
17.5/100
Sidmouth
25.3/100
Clarence Point for families; Sidmouth for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clarence Point
17.5/100
Sidmouth
25.3/100
Crime rate
Clarence Point
12494.7 / 1k
Sidmouth
2806.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clarence Point
0
Sidmouth
1
Population
Clarence Point
266
Sidmouth
411
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 | Clarence Point | Sidmouth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 17.5/100 | 25.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.4/100 | 47.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 12494.7 / 1k | 2806.9 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 1 |
| Population | 266 | 411 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 4/10 |
Clarence Point is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Sidmouth is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Clarence Point is stronger for a country-town feel and relatively affordable housing; Sidmouth answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Clarence Point generally means more approachable housing costs, while Sidmouth leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Sidmouth, while Clarence Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.