Overall score
Holder
67.4/100
Waramanga
58.1/100
Holder for retirees and families; Waramanga for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Holder
67.4/100
Waramanga
58.1/100
Crime rate
Holder
6.2 / 1k
Waramanga
16.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Holder
88
Waramanga
77
Population
Holder
2,816
Waramanga
2,785
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.
Holder reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Waramanga is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Holder sits closer to the city centre, whereas Waramanga is in a middle-ring position.
Holder tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Waramanga stands out for walkability.
Retirees and investors may find Holder the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Waramanga.