Overall score
Deepdale
43.9/100
Utakarra
35.5/100
Deepdale for retirees and families; Utakarra for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Deepdale
43.9/100
Utakarra
35.5/100
Crime rate
Deepdale
7052.7 / 1k
Utakarra
4679.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Deepdale
0
Utakarra
5
Population
Deepdale
973
Utakarra
1,467
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.
Deepdale reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Utakarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Deepdale pulls ahead on housing affordability and overall desirability, whereas Utakarra is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Deepdale sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Utakarra.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Deepdale, while Utakarra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.