Overall score
Lauderdale
61.1/100
Oakdowns
42.2/100
Lauderdale vs Oakdowns, TAS suburb comparison
Lauderdale for retirees and value; Oakdowns for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LauderdaleOakdowns
Crime rate
Lauderdale
1334.3 / 1k
Oakdowns
1746.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lauderdale
169
Oakdowns
20
Population
Lauderdale
2,592
Oakdowns
1,897
Metric leadLauderdale 7Oakdowns 12 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLauderdale
- Best for best valueLauderdale
- Best for best schoolsOakdowns
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Lauderdale | Oakdowns |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.1/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1334.3 / 1k | 1746.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 11 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 16.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 169 | 20 |
| Population | 2,592 | 1,897 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lauderdale is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Oakdowns is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Lauderdale holds the clearer edge on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Oakdowns is closer across the remaining categories.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Lauderdale, while Oakdowns remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.