Overall score
Pleasure Point
28.7/100
Wattle Grove
67.1/100
Wattle Grove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Pleasure Point
28.7/100
Wattle Grove
67.1/100
Crime rate
Pleasure Point
13.7 / 1k
Wattle Grove
12.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pleasure Point
9
Wattle Grove
156
Population
Pleasure Point
606
Wattle Grove
8,886
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 | Pleasure Point | Wattle Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.7/100 | 67.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.7/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 13.7 / 1k | 12.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 94 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 156 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 3 |
| Population | 606 | 8,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Pleasure Point is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Wattle Grove is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Pleasure Point sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Wattle Grove is in a middle-ring position.
Pleasure Point tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Wattle Grove stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wattle Grove, while Pleasure Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.