Overall score
Riordanvale
25.5/100
Sugarloaf
29.4/100
Riordanvale for retirees and families; Sugarloaf for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Riordanvale
25.5/100
Sugarloaf
29.4/100
Crime rate
Riordanvale
43.5 / 1k
Sugarloaf
45.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Riordanvale
0
Sugarloaf
0
Population
Riordanvale
386
Sugarloaf
310
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 | Riordanvale | Sugarloaf |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.5/100 | 29.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 24.6/100 | 48.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.5 / 1k | 45.0 / 1k |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 386 | 310 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Riordanvale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Sugarloaf is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Riordanvale tends to lead on a larger local community, while Sugarloaf stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees may find Riordanvale the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Sugarloaf.