Overall score
Seaford Meadows
58.3/100
Seaford Rise
53.7/100
Seaford Rise for retirees and families.
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Head to head
Overall score
Seaford Meadows
58.3/100
Seaford Rise
53.7/100
Crime rate
Seaford Meadows
50.6 / 1k
Seaford Rise
28.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seaford Meadows
177
Seaford Rise
79
Population
Seaford Meadows
5,102
Seaford Rise
6,105
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 | Seaford Meadows | Seaford Rise |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.3/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.2/100 | 74.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.6 / 1k | 28.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 33 |
| Walkability | 76.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 177 | 79 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 27 |
| Population | 5,102 | 6,105 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Seaford Meadows is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Seaford Rise is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Seaford Meadows is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Seaford Rise answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access. On housing, Seaford Meadows sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Seaford Rise.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Seaford Rise, while Seaford Meadows remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.