Overall score
Denman Prospect
62.9/100
Holder
67.4/100
Holder for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Denman Prospect
62.9/100
Holder
67.4/100
Crime rate
Denman Prospect
8.4 / 1k
Holder
6.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Denman Prospect
428
Holder
88
Population
Denman Prospect
2,759
Holder
2,816
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 | Denman Prospect | Holder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.9/100 | 67.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 8.4 / 1k | 6.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Walkability | 64.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 428 | 88 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 1 |
| Population | 2,759 | 2,816 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Denman Prospect is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Holder is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Denman Prospect is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities; Holder answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Holder, while Denman Prospect remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.