Overall score
Oakdowns
42.2/100
Tranmere
46.9/100
Oakdowns vs Tranmere, TAS suburb comparison
Oakdowns for families and schools; Tranmere for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OakdownsTranmere
Crime rate
Oakdowns
1746.2 / 1k
Tranmere
1413.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oakdowns
20
Tranmere
42
Population
Oakdowns
1,897
Tranmere
2,218
Metric leadOakdowns 0Tranmere 81 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Oakdowns is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Tranmere is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Oakdowns sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Tranmere is closer to the city centre.
Oakdowns tends to lead on overall desirability, while Tranmere stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. On housing, Oakdowns sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Tranmere.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oakdowns, while Tranmere remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.