Overall score
Lilyfield
57.6/100
Summer Hill
65.8/100
Lilyfield for investment and schools; Summer Hill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lilyfield
57.6/100
Summer Hill
65.8/100
Crime rate
Lilyfield
51.8 / 1k
Summer Hill
36.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lilyfield
142
Summer Hill
231
Population
Lilyfield
7,641
Summer Hill
7,288
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 | Lilyfield | Summer Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.6/100 | 65.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.7/100 | 14.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 36.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 24 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 39 | 46 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 142 | 231 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 32 |
| Population | 7,641 | 7,288 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Lilyfield is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Summer Hill is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Lilyfield pulls ahead on housing affordability and a larger local community, whereas Summer Hill is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Lilyfield if you are weighing investors; lean toward Summer Hill for retirees and families.