Overall score
Dynnyrne
44.6/100
Fern Tree
43.3/100
Dynnyrne for retirees and schools; Fern Tree for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dynnyrne
44.6/100
Fern Tree
43.3/100
Crime rate
Dynnyrne
87.2 / 1k
Fern Tree
87.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dynnyrne
37
Fern Tree
31
Population
Dynnyrne
1,633
Fern Tree
763
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 | Dynnyrne | Fern Tree |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.6/100 | 43.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 32.9/100 | 66.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.2 / 1k | 87.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 16 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 26.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 37 | 31 |
| Green cover | 10.0% | 0.1% |
| Population | 1,633 | 763 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Dynnyrne is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, while Fern Tree is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm.
Dynnyrne tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, plus a larger local community, while Fern Tree stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Choose Dynnyrne if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Fern Tree for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.