Overall score
Darra
47.6/100
Oxley
71.7/100
Oxley for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Darra
47.6/100
Oxley
71.7/100
Crime rate
Darra
101.7 / 1k
Oxley
36.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Darra
117
Oxley
227
Population
Darra
4,098
Oxley
9,100
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.
Darra reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Oxley is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Darra is stronger for schools and education options; Oxley answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Darra generally means more approachable housing costs, while Oxley leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oxley, while Darra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.