Overall score
Dora Creek
32.6/100
Yarrawonga Park
22.9/100
Dora Creek vs Yarrawonga Park, NSW suburb comparison
Dora Creek for investment and value; Yarrawonga Park for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dora CreekYarrawonga Park
Crime rate
Dora Creek
76.6 / 1k
Yarrawonga Park
75.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dora Creek
32
Yarrawonga Park
2
Population
Dora Creek
1,739
Yarrawonga Park
390
Metric leadDora Creek 6Yarrawonga Park 22 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesYarrawonga Park
- Best for investmentDora Creek
- Best for best valueDora Creek
- Best for best schoolsYarrawonga Park
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 | Dora Creek | Yarrawonga Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.3/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 76.6 / 1k | 75.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 4 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 34 | 3 |
| Population | 1,739 | 390 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Dora Creek reads as a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm; Yarrawonga Park is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Dora Creek tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Yarrawonga Park stands out for a calmer planning outlook.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Dora Creek the better fit, while families are more likely to prefer Yarrawonga Park.