Overall score
Cressy
30.8/100
Longford
54.3/100
Cressy vs Longford, TAS suburb comparison
Longford for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CressyLongford
Crime rate
Cressy
1025.2 / 1k
Longford
271.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cressy
0
Longford
43
Population
Cressy
1,149
Longford
4,268
Metric leadCressy 0Longford 73 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Cressy reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Longford is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Cressy sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Longford is more regionally self-contained.
Cressy tends to lead on a country-town feel and relatively affordable housing, while Longford stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Longford, while Cressy remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.