Overall score
Tahmoor
61.3/100
Wilton
47.4/100
Tahmoor for investment and value; Wilton for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Tahmoor
61.3/100
Wilton
47.4/100
Crime rate
Tahmoor
55.4 / 1k
Wilton
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tahmoor
171
Wilton
0
Population
Tahmoor
5,777
Wilton
3,767
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 | Tahmoor | Wilton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.3/100 | 47.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.3/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.4 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 300 | 132 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 171 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 187 | 139 |
| Population | 5,777 | 3,767 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Tahmoor is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Wilton is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks.
On the data, Tahmoor is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Wilton answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Tahmoor suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Wilton is the stronger match for retirees.