Overall score
Hallett Cove
69.7/100
Trott Park
56.8/100
Hallett Cove for retirees and families; Trott Park for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hallett Cove
69.7/100
Trott Park
56.8/100
Crime rate
Hallett Cove
18.6 / 1k
Trott Park
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hallett Cove
409
Trott Park
71
Population
Hallett Cove
12,512
Trott Park
3,124
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 | Hallett Cove | Trott Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.7/100 | 56.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.2/100 | 60.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 18.6 / 1k | 15.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 95 | 16 |
| Walkability | 73.0/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 409 | 71 |
| Planning activity | 78 | 26 |
| Population | 12,512 | 3,124 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Hallett Cove is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Trott Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Where Hallett Cove is shaped by the coast, Trott Park offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Hallett Cove pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Trott Park is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hallett Cove, while Trott Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.