Overall score
Flinders
55.6/100
Oak Flats
54.0/100
Flinders vs Oak Flats, NSW suburb comparison
Flinders for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FlindersOak Flats
Crime rate
Flinders
73.9 / 1k
Oak Flats
73.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Flinders
65
Oak Flats
134
Population
Flinders
7,118
Oak Flats
6,840
Metric leadFlinders 6Oak Flats 23 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Flinders | Oak Flats |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.6/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.8/100 | 60.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 73.9 / 1k | 73.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 80 | 97 |
| Walkability | 45.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 65 | 134 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 30 |
| Population | 7,118 | 6,840 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Flinders is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Oak Flats is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Flinders tends to lead on parks and reserves and walkability, while Oak Flats stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. On housing, Flinders sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Oak Flats.
Flinders suits retirees more clearly, whereas Oak Flats is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.