Overall score
Lurnea
31.0/100
Sadleir
29.0/100
Lurnea for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lurnea
31.0/100
Sadleir
29.0/100
Crime rate
Lurnea
168.6 / 1k
Sadleir
72.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lurnea
116
Sadleir
39
Population
Lurnea
10,057
Sadleir
3,243
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 | Lurnea | Sadleir |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.0/100 | 29.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.8/100 | 26.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 168.6 / 1k | 72.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 15 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 127 | 29 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 116 | 39 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 10 |
| Green cover | 9.7% | 12.9% |
| Population | 10,057 | 3,243 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Lurnea is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Sadleir is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand. Lurnea sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Sadleir is further out with more breathing room.
Lurnea tends to lead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Sadleir stands out for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook.
Lurnea suits value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Sadleir is the stronger match for retirees and investors.
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.