Overall score
Hahndorf
60.8/100
Stirling
60.3/100
Hahndorf for retirees and families; Stirling for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hahndorf
60.8/100
Stirling
60.3/100
Crime rate
Hahndorf
16.4 / 1k
Stirling
25.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hahndorf
163
Stirling
244
Population
Hahndorf
2,814
Stirling
3,067
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.
Hahndorf is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Stirling is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Stirling sits among greener hillside streets, while Hahndorf keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Hahndorf tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Stirling stands out for schools and education options and public transport access.
Choose Hahndorf if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Stirling for households prioritising schools.