Overall score
Elizabeth Town
24.2/100
Mole Creek
21.4/100
Elizabeth Town for investment and value; Mole Creek for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Elizabeth Town
24.2/100
Mole Creek
21.4/100
Crime rate
Elizabeth Town
3926.0 / 1k
Mole Creek
2224.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elizabeth Town
2
Mole Creek
25
Population
Elizabeth Town
299
Mole Creek
528
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 | Elizabeth Town | Mole Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 24.2/100 | 21.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.6/100 | 36.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 3926.0 / 1k | 2224.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 25 |
| Population | 299 | 528 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, Elizabeth Town is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Mole Creek is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Elizabeth Town tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Mole Creek stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Elizabeth Town suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Mole Creek is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.