Overall score
Eastgardens
46.7/100
Eastlakes
47.8/100
Eastgardens for schools; Eastlakes for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Eastgardens
46.7/100
Eastlakes
47.8/100
Crime rate
Eastgardens
67.8 / 1k
Eastlakes
57.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Eastgardens
55
Eastlakes
77
Population
Eastgardens
4,086
Eastlakes
6,347
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 | Eastgardens | Eastlakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 47.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.3/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.8 / 1k | 57.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 47 |
| Walkability | 60.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 77 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 10 |
| Green cover | 4.9% | 6.5% |
| Population | 4,086 | 6,347 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 4/10 |
Put side by side, Eastgardens is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Eastlakes is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Eastgardens tends to lead on schools and education options, walkability, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Eastlakes stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Eastgardens suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Eastlakes is the stronger match for 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.