Overall score
Stirling
59.4/100
Tuart Hill
45.6/100
Stirling for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Stirling
59.4/100
Tuart Hill
45.6/100
Crime rate
Stirling
857.7 / 1k
Tuart Hill
1344.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Stirling
85
Tuart Hill
71
Population
Stirling
10,165
Tuart Hill
7,541
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 | Stirling | Tuart Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.4/100 | 45.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 24.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 857.7 / 1k | 1344.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 32 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 85 | 71 |
| Population | 10,165 | 7,541 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Stirling is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Tuart Hill is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Stirling tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Tuart Hill stands out for walkability.
Retirees and investors may find Stirling the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Tuart Hill.