Overall score
Grantham Farm
41.1/100
Tallawong
48.4/100
Grantham Farm for investment and value; Tallawong for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Grantham Farm
41.1/100
Tallawong
48.4/100
Crime rate
Grantham Farm
39.7 / 1k
Tallawong
24.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grantham Farm
29
Tallawong
131
Population
Grantham Farm
3,669
Tallawong
6,570
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 | Grantham Farm | Tallawong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.1/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.7/100 | 29.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.7 / 1k | 24.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 64 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 131 |
| Planning activity | 23 | 18 |
| Population | 3,669 | 6,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Grantham Farm is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, and Tallawong is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Grantham Farm sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Tallawong is in a middle-ring position.
Grantham Farm tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Tallawong stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Grantham Farm if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Tallawong for retirees and families.