Overall score
Staghorn Flat
36.5/100
Tangambalanga
39.1/100
Staghorn Flat vs Tangambalanga, VIC suburb comparison
Staghorn Flat for families; Tangambalanga for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Staghorn FlatTangambalanga
Crime rate
Staghorn Flat
7.7 / 1k
Tangambalanga
38.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Staghorn Flat
4
Tangambalanga
12
Population
Staghorn Flat
368
Tangambalanga
908
Metric leadStaghorn Flat 4Tangambalanga 33 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesStaghorn Flat
- Best for best schoolsTangambalanga
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 | Staghorn Flat | Tangambalanga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.5/100 | 39.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 89.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.7 / 1k | 38.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 1 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 12 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 12 |
| Population | 368 | 908 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Staghorn Flat reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Tangambalanga is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Staghorn Flat pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Tangambalanga is the better pick for nearby cafés and amenities and a larger local community. Staghorn Flat generally means more sought-after housing, while Tangambalanga leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Staghorn Flat suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Tangambalanga is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.