Overall score
Sherbrooke
26.7/100
Tecoma
48.9/100
Sherbrooke vs Tecoma, VIC suburb comparison
Tecoma for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SherbrookeTecoma
Crime rate
Sherbrooke
76.3 / 1k
Tecoma
27.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sherbrooke
172
Tecoma
54
Population
Sherbrooke
294
Tecoma
2,064
Metric leadSherbrooke 3Tecoma 7across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Sherbrooke | Tecoma |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.7/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 7.1/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 76.3 / 1k | 27.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 23 |
| Walkability | 17.5/100 | 40.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 172 | 54 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 23 |
| Population | 294 | 2,064 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Sherbrooke is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, and Tecoma is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks.
Sherbrooke tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, while Tecoma stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tecoma, while Sherbrooke remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.