Overall score
Mount Clarence
33.6/100
Yakamia
45.1/100
Mount Clarence for retirees and beach lifestyle; Yakamia for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mount Clarence
33.6/100
Yakamia
45.1/100
Crime rate
Mount Clarence
4591.1 / 1k
Yakamia
1105.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mount Clarence
10
Yakamia
14
Population
Mount Clarence
728
Yakamia
3,025
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 | Mount Clarence | Yakamia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.6/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.6/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 4591.1 / 1k | 1105.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 14 |
| Walkability | 8.0/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 14 |
| Population | 728 | 3,025 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Mount Clarence is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Yakamia is a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe. Mount Clarence leans into coastal living, while Yakamia feels more inland and suburban in character.
Mount Clarence pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Yakamia is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Mount Clarence generally means more sought-after housing, while Yakamia leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Mount Clarence the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Yakamia.