Overall score
Horseshoe Bend
30.2/100
Raworth
38.8/100
Horseshoe Bend for schools; Raworth for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Horseshoe Bend
30.2/100
Raworth
38.8/100
Crime rate
Horseshoe Bend
94.7 / 1k
Raworth
46.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Horseshoe Bend
16
Raworth
59
Population
Horseshoe Bend
427
Raworth
2,094
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 | Horseshoe Bend | Raworth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 30.2/100 | 38.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 70.7/100 | 54.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 94.7 / 1k | 46.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 38 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 16 | 59 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 12 |
| Green cover | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Population | 427 | 2,094 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Horseshoe Bend reads as a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand; Raworth is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Horseshoe Bend sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Raworth is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Horseshoe Bend is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook; Raworth answers with a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Horseshoe Bend suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Raworth is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.