Overall score
Clearview
43.2/100
Sefton Park
47.4/100
Sefton Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clearview
43.2/100
Sefton Park
47.4/100
Crime rate
Clearview
67.2 / 1k
Sefton Park
70.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clearview
40
Sefton Park
38
Population
Clearview
4,261
Sefton Park
1,274
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 | Clearview | Sefton Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.2/100 | 47.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.1/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.2 / 1k | 70.0 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 6 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 17.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 40 | 38 |
| Planning activity | 65 | 14 |
| Population | 4,261 | 1,274 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 7/10 |
Clearview reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; Sefton Park is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Clearview is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Sefton Park answers with overall desirability and a calmer planning outlook. Clearview generally means more approachable housing costs, while Sefton Park leans toward more sought-after housing.
Clearview suits investors more clearly, whereas Sefton Park is the stronger match for retirees and families.