Overall score
Lemon Tree Passage
38.6/100
Soldiers Point
39.8/100
Lemon Tree Passage for investment and value; Soldiers Point for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lemon Tree Passage
38.6/100
Soldiers Point
39.8/100
Crime rate
Lemon Tree Passage
58.2 / 1k
Soldiers Point
61.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lemon Tree Passage
68
Soldiers Point
113
Population
Lemon Tree Passage
2,686
Soldiers Point
1,564
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 | Lemon Tree Passage | Soldiers Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.6/100 | 39.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.8/100 | 41.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.2 / 1k | 61.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 22 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 68 | 113 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 14 |
| Population | 2,686 | 1,564 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 6/10 |
Lemon Tree Passage is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Soldiers Point is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Soldiers Point is shaped by the coast, Lemon Tree Passage offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Lemon Tree Passage tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Soldiers Point stands out for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities. Lemon Tree Passage generally means more approachable housing costs, while Soldiers Point leans toward more sought-after housing.
Lemon Tree Passage suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Soldiers Point is the stronger match for retirees and families.