Overall score
Sheffield
47.9/100
South Spreyton
41.2/100
Sheffield vs South Spreyton, TAS Suburb Comparison
Sheffield for retirees and families; South Spreyton for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SheffieldSouth Spreyton
Crime rate
Sheffield
54.0 / 1k
South Spreyton
54.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sheffield
71
South Spreyton
1
Population
Sheffield
1,602
South Spreyton
576
Metric leadSheffield 5South Spreyton 22 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSheffield
- Best for familiesSheffield
- Best for investmentSheffield
- Best for best valueSouth Spreyton
- Best for best schoolsSheffield
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Sheffield | South Spreyton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.9/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.3/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.0 / 1k | 54.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | — |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 57.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 1 |
| Green cover | 2.2% | 38.0% |
| Population | 1,602 | 576 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Sheffield is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while South Spreyton is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Sheffield tends to lead on walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability, while South Spreyton stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Sheffield generally means more approachable housing costs, while South Spreyton leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Sheffield if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward South Spreyton for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.