Overall score
Mayfield West
42.5/100
Sandgate
25.1/100
Mayfield West for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mayfield West
42.5/100
Sandgate
25.1/100
Crime rate
Mayfield West
109.0 / 1k
Sandgate
109.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mayfield West
131
Sandgate
30
Population
Mayfield West
1,993
Sandgate
276
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 | Mayfield West | Sandgate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.5/100 | 25.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 35.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 109.0 / 1k | 109.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 71 | 26 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 131 | 30 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 5 |
| Population | 1,993 | 276 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Mayfield West reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Sandgate is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Mayfield West sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Sandgate is further out with more breathing room.
Mayfield West pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Sandgate is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook. Mayfield West generally means more sought-after housing, while Sandgate leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Mayfield West, while Sandgate remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.