Overall score
Enmore
48.4/100
Tempe
50.3/100
Enmore for schools; Tempe for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Enmore
48.4/100
Tempe
50.3/100
Crime rate
Enmore
117.7 / 1k
Tempe
85.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Enmore
82
Tempe
275
Population
Enmore
3,871
Tempe
3,550
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 | Enmore | Tempe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.4/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.9/100 | 29.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 117.7 / 1k | 85.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 28 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 26 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 275 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 20 |
| Population | 3,871 | 3,550 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Enmore reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Tempe is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Enmore tends to lead on walkability and a calmer planning outlook, while Tempe stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tempe, while Enmore remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.