Overall score
Leith
31.1/100
Stony Rise
44.3/100
Leith for retirees and beach lifestyle; Stony Rise for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Leith
31.1/100
Stony Rise
44.3/100
Crime rate
Leith
4635.2 / 1k
Stony Rise
3295.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Leith
2
Stony Rise
20
Population
Leith
504
Stony Rise
728
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 | Leith | Stony Rise |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.1/100 | 44.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.5/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 4635.2 / 1k | 3295.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | — | 6 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 15.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 20 |
| Population | 504 | 728 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Leith reads as a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Stony Rise is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Leith leans into coastal living, while Stony Rise feels more inland and suburban in character.
Leith pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Stony Rise is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Leith suits people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Stony Rise is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.