Overall score
Diamond Creek
74.3/100
Yarrambat
41.8/100
Diamond Creek vs Yarrambat, VIC suburb comparison
Diamond Creek for retirees and families; Yarrambat for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Diamond CreekYarrambat
Crime rate
Diamond Creek
38.5 / 1k
Yarrambat
35.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Diamond Creek
734
Yarrambat
26
Population
Diamond Creek
12,503
Yarrambat
1,602
Metric leadDiamond Creek 8Yarrambat 21 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesDiamond Creek
- Best for familiesDiamond Creek
- Best for investmentYarrambat
- Best for best valueDiamond Creek
- Best for best schoolsDiamond Creek
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 | Diamond Creek | Yarrambat |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74.3/100 | 41.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.2/100 | 42.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.5 / 1k | 35.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 53 | 22 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 734 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 259 | 53 |
| Population | 12,503 | 1,602 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Diamond Creek is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Yarrambat is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Diamond Creek sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Yarrambat is further out with more breathing room.
Diamond Creek pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Yarrambat is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Diamond Creek suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Yarrambat is the stronger match for investors.