Overall score
Gregory River
26.3/100
Riordanvale
25.5/100
Gregory River for investment and value; Riordanvale for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gregory River
26.3/100
Riordanvale
25.5/100
Crime rate
Gregory River
43.7 / 1k
Riordanvale
43.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gregory River
0
Riordanvale
0
Population
Gregory River
427
Riordanvale
386
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 | Gregory River | Riordanvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.3/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.2/100 | 24.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.7 / 1k | 43.5 / 1k |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 427 | 386 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 6/10 |
Gregory River reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Riordanvale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Gregory River tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Riordanvale stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage. Gregory River generally means more approachable housing costs, while Riordanvale leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Gregory River suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Riordanvale is the stronger match for retirees.