Overall score
Risdon Vale
39.0/100
Warrane
51.0/100
Warrane for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Risdon Vale
39.0/100
Warrane
51.0/100
Crime rate
Risdon Vale
1032.1 / 1k
Warrane
1326.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Risdon Vale
21
Warrane
63
Population
Risdon Vale
3,171
Warrane
2,695
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 | Risdon Vale | Warrane |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1032.1 / 1k | 1326.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 27 | 27 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 63 |
| Population | 3,171 | 2,695 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Risdon Vale reads as a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks; Warrane is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks.
Risdon Vale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Warrane stands out for schools and education options and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Warrane, while Risdon Vale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.