Overall score
Largs Bay
52.9/100
Taperoo
49.7/100
Largs Bay for retirees; Taperoo for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Largs Bay
52.9/100
Taperoo
49.7/100
Crime rate
Largs Bay
63.4 / 1k
Taperoo
122.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Largs Bay
140
Taperoo
111
Population
Largs Bay
4,104
Taperoo
3,250
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.
Largs Bay is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Taperoo is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Largs Bay is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Taperoo answers with housing affordability and schools and education options. Largs Bay generally means more sought-after housing, while Taperoo leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Largs Bay suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Taperoo is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.