Overall score
Eagle Vale
60.1/100
St Andrews
52.7/100
Eagle Vale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Eagle Vale
60.1/100
St Andrews
52.7/100
Crime rate
Eagle Vale
34.2 / 1k
St Andrews
56.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Eagle Vale
58
St Andrews
45
Population
Eagle Vale
5,789
St Andrews
5,785
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 | Eagle Vale | St Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.1/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.7/100 | 62.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.2 / 1k | 56.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 82 | 48 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 58 | 45 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 5 |
| Population | 5,789 | 5,785 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Eagle Vale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while St Andrews is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Eagle Vale tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while St Andrews stands out for excellent public transport and generous parks and open space.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Eagle Vale, while St Andrews remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.