Overall score
Dereel
46.7/100
Scarsdale
49.4/100
Dereel vs Scarsdale, VIC Suburb Comparison
Scarsdale for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DereelScarsdale
Crime rate
Dereel
23.9 / 1k
Scarsdale
22.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dereel
11
Scarsdale
18
Population
Dereel
664
Scarsdale
855
Metric leadDereel 4Scarsdale 71 tiedacross 12 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.
| Category | Dereel | Scarsdale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 49.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.9/100 | 32.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.9 / 1k | 22.2 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 2 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 18 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 29 |
| Green cover | 21.0% | 15.9% |
| Population | 664 | 855 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dereel is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Scarsdale is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Dereel tends to lead on parks and reserves, plus a calmer planning outlook, while Scarsdale stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Dereel suits families more clearly, whereas Scarsdale is the stronger match for retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.