Overall score
Clarendon Vale
43.1/100
Cremorne
22.9/100
Clarendon Vale for families and investment; Cremorne for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clarendon Vale
43.1/100
Cremorne
22.9/100
Crime rate
Clarendon Vale
2025.2 / 1k
Cremorne
5806.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clarendon Vale
34
Cremorne
9
Population
Clarendon Vale
1,635
Cremorne
602
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 | Clarendon Vale | Cremorne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.1/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 4.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 2025.2 / 1k | 5806.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 5 |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 9 |
| Population | 1,635 | 602 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Clarendon Vale is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Cremorne is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Clarendon Vale sits closer to the city centre, whereas Cremorne is in a middle-ring position.
Clarendon Vale tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Cremorne stands out for parks and reserves and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Clarendon Vale sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Cremorne.
Families and investors may find Clarendon Vale the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Cremorne.