Overall score
Clinton
56.8/100
Mount Larcom
25.0/100
Clinton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clinton
56.8/100
Mount Larcom
25.0/100
Crime rate
Clinton
52.8 / 1k
Mount Larcom
42.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clinton
54
Mount Larcom
0
Population
Clinton
6,170
Mount Larcom
332
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 | Clinton | Mount Larcom |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.8/100 | 25.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.0/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.8 / 1k | 42.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 5 |
| Walkability | 49.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 54 | 0 |
| Population | 6,170 | 332 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Clinton reads as a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Mount Larcom is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Mount Larcom sits among greener hillside streets, while Clinton keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Clinton tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Mount Larcom stands out for a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Clinton, while Mount Larcom remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.