Overall score
Cremorne
22.9/100
Oakdowns
42.2/100
Oakdowns for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cremorne
22.9/100
Oakdowns
42.2/100
Crime rate
Cremorne
5806.2 / 1k
Oakdowns
1746.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cremorne
9
Oakdowns
20
Population
Cremorne
602
Oakdowns
1,897
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.
Cremorne is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Oakdowns is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Cremorne pulls ahead on parks and reserves and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Oakdowns is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Cremorne generally means more sought-after housing, while Oakdowns leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oakdowns, while Cremorne remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.