Overall score
Sefton
53.6/100
Yagoona
63.3/100
Yagoona for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Sefton
53.6/100
Yagoona
63.3/100
Crime rate
Sefton
57.9 / 1k
Yagoona
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sefton
64
Yagoona
152
Population
Sefton
6,300
Yagoona
19,651
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 | Sefton | Yagoona |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.5/100 | 35.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.9 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 77 | 191 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 80.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 152 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 10 |
| Population | 6,300 | 19,651 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Sefton is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Yagoona is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Sefton tends to lead on schools and education options and a calmer planning outlook, while Yagoona stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Sefton suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Yagoona is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.