Overall score
East Wardell
31.2/100
Pimlico
31.9/100
East Wardell for retirees and families; Pimlico for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
East Wardell
31.2/100
Pimlico
31.9/100
Crime rate
East Wardell
39.5 / 1k
Pimlico
90.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
East Wardell
0
Pimlico
0
Population
East Wardell
312
Pimlico
358
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 | East Wardell | Pimlico |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.2/100 | 31.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.1/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.5 / 1k | 90.2 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 58 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 1 |
| Population | 312 | 358 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 4/10 |
East Wardell is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Pimlico is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, East Wardell is stronger for a quieter safety profile; Pimlico answers with housing affordability and public transport access. East Wardell generally means more approachable housing costs, while Pimlico leans toward more sought-after housing.
East Wardell suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Pimlico is the stronger match for investors.