Overall score
Pheasants Nest
39.1/100
Yanderra
32.0/100
Pheasants Nest for investment; Yanderra for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Pheasants Nest
39.1/100
Yanderra
32.0/100
Crime rate
Pheasants Nest
44.6 / 1k
Yanderra
43.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pheasants Nest
43
Yanderra
12
Population
Pheasants Nest
716
Yanderra
702
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 | Pheasants Nest | Yanderra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.1/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.6/100 | 63.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.6 / 1k | 43.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 84 | 26 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 43 | 12 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 4 |
| Population | 716 | 702 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 3/10 |
Pheasants Nest is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Yanderra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Pheasants Nest is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Yanderra answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook. Pheasants Nest generally means more sought-after housing, while Yanderra leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Investors may find Pheasants Nest the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Yanderra.