Overall score
Findon
57.2/100
St Clair
54.6/100
Findon for schools; St Clair for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Findon
57.2/100
St Clair
54.6/100
Crime rate
Findon
89.5 / 1k
St Clair
0.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Findon
183
St Clair
140
Population
Findon
6,997
St Clair
2,634
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.
Findon is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while St Clair is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Findon tends to lead on schools and education options and public transport access, while St Clair stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Findon suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas St Clair is the stronger match for retirees and families.