Overall score
Ropes Crossing
49.9/100
Tregear
44.2/100
Ropes Crossing for retirees and investment; Tregear for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ropes Crossing
49.9/100
Tregear
44.2/100
Crime rate
Ropes Crossing
123.6 / 1k
Tregear
194.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ropes Crossing
97
Tregear
68
Population
Ropes Crossing
7,280
Tregear
3,700
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 | Ropes Crossing | Tregear |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.9/100 | 44.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.3/100 | 32.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.6 / 1k | 194.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 49 | 68 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 68 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 1 |
| Population | 7,280 | 3,700 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Ropes Crossing is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Tregear is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Ropes Crossing is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Tregear answers with parks and reserves and public transport access. Ropes Crossing generally means more sought-after housing, while Tregear leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ropes Crossing, while Tregear remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.