Overall score
Jamboree Heights
46.2/100
Riverhills
47.7/100
Jamboree Heights for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Jamboree Heights
46.2/100
Riverhills
47.7/100
Crime rate
Jamboree Heights
31.3 / 1k
Riverhills
31.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jamboree Heights
30
Riverhills
45
Population
Jamboree Heights
3,141
Riverhills
4,121
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 | Jamboree Heights | Riverhills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.2/100 | 47.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.3 / 1k | 31.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 9 |
| Walkability | 16.0/100 | 15.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 30 | 45 |
| Population | 3,141 | 4,121 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Jamboree Heights reads as a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood; Riverhills is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
On the data, Jamboree Heights is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; Riverhills answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Jamboree Heights suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Riverhills is the stronger match for retirees.