Overall score
Ridgley
43.5/100
Romaine
40.3/100
Ridgley vs Romaine, TAS Suburb Comparison
Ridgley for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RidgleyRomaine
Crime rate
Ridgley
50.0 / 1k
Romaine
50.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ridgley
27
Romaine
7
Population
Ridgley
645
Romaine
1,850
Metric leadRidgley 3Romaine 62 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesRidgley
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.
| Category | Ridgley | Romaine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.5/100 | 40.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 64.5/100 | 69.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.0 / 1k | 50.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 12 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 27 | 7 |
| Green cover | 36.6% | 14.9% |
| Population | 645 | 1,850 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Ridgley is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Romaine is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Ridgley is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities; Romaine answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Romaine, while Ridgley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.