Overall score
Diamond Creek
70.1/100
Yarrambat
47.0/100
Diamond Creek for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Diamond Creek
70.1/100
Yarrambat
47.0/100
Crime rate
Diamond Creek
38.6 / 1k
Yarrambat
65.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Diamond Creek
741
Yarrambat
30
Population
Diamond Creek
12,503
Yarrambat
1,602
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 | Diamond Creek | Yarrambat |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.1/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.6/100 | 28.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.6 / 1k | 65.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 53 | 22 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 741 | 30 |
| Planning activity | 259 | 53 |
| Green cover | 19.2% | 9.4% |
| Population | 12,503 | 1,602 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Diamond Creek is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Yarrambat is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Diamond Creek sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Yarrambat is further out with more breathing room.
Diamond Creek pulls ahead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, whereas Yarrambat is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Diamond Creek suits retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Yarrambat is the stronger match for investors.
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.