Overall score
Lauderdale
57.9/100
Oakdowns
34.9/100
Lauderdale vs Oakdowns, TAS Suburb Comparison
Lauderdale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LauderdaleOakdowns
Crime rate
Lauderdale
55.5 / 1k
Oakdowns
55.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lauderdale
174
Oakdowns
21
Population
Lauderdale
2,592
Oakdowns
1,897
Metric leadLauderdale 7Oakdowns 23 tiedacross 12 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 familiesLauderdale
- Best for investmentLauderdale
- Best for best valueLauderdale
- Best for best schoolsLauderdale
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 | 57.9/100 | 34.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.0/100 | 72.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.5 / 1k | 55.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 11 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 16.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 174 | 21 |
| Green cover | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| 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 sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Lauderdale pulls ahead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Oakdowns is the better pick for schools and education options.
Lauderdale suits retirees and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Oakdowns is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
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.