Overall score
Ocean Vista
35.3/100
Shorewell Park
53.0/100
Ocean Vista for retirees; Shorewell Park for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ocean Vista
35.3/100
Shorewell Park
53.0/100
Crime rate
Ocean Vista
7202.0 / 1k
Shorewell Park
987.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ocean Vista
8
Shorewell Park
62
Population
Ocean Vista
322
Shorewell Park
2,150
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 | Ocean Vista | Shorewell Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.3/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.9/100 | 68.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 7202.0 / 1k | 987.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 21 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 62 |
| Population | 322 | 2,150 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Ocean Vista is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Shorewell Park is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Ocean Vista is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Shorewell Park answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees may find Ocean Vista the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Shorewell Park.