Overall score
Ormeau
75.5/100
Stapylton
18.9/100
Ormeau for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ormeau
75.5/100
Stapylton
18.9/100
Crime rate
Ormeau
20.8 / 1k
Stapylton
72.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ormeau
183
Stapylton
7
Population
Ormeau
15,938
Stapylton
430
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.
Ormeau is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Stapylton is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Ormeau sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Stapylton is further out with more breathing room.
Ormeau tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Stapylton stands out for relatively affordable housing. Ormeau generally means more sought-after housing, while Stapylton leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ormeau, while Stapylton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.