Overall score
Samford Valley
57.5/100
Yugar
61.2/100
Samford Valley for schools; Yugar for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Samford Valley
57.5/100
Yugar
61.2/100
Crime rate
Samford Valley
7.9 / 1k
Yugar
6.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Samford Valley
75
Yugar
6
Population
Samford Valley
3,208
Yugar
406
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 | Samford Valley | Yugar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.9 / 1k | 6.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | — |
| Walkability | 14.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 75 | 6 |
| Population | 3,208 | 406 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Samford Valley is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Yugar is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Samford Valley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Yugar is within day-trip reach of the capital.
On the data, Samford Valley is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Yugar answers with housing affordability and overall desirability.
Retirees may find Samford Valley the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Yugar.