Overall score
Coutts Crossing
32.9/100
Elland
33.0/100
Coutts Crossing for investment and schools; Elland for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Coutts Crossing
32.9/100
Elland
33.0/100
Crime rate
Coutts Crossing
112.0 / 1k
Elland
111.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coutts Crossing
0
Elland
0
Population
Coutts Crossing
1,053
Elland
331
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 | Coutts Crossing | Elland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.9/100 | 33.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.0 / 1k | 111.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 116 | 21 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 3 |
| Population | 1,053 | 331 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 5/10 |
Coutts Crossing is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Elland is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Coutts Crossing is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Elland answers with a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Coutts Crossing generally means more approachable housing costs, while Elland leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Investors and households prioritising schools may find Coutts Crossing the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Elland.