Overall score
Tingira Heights
27.7/100
Valentine
42.2/100
Valentine for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Tingira Heights
27.7/100
Valentine
42.2/100
Crime rate
Tingira Heights
66.0 / 1k
Valentine
88.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tingira Heights
11
Valentine
70
Population
Tingira Heights
2,043
Valentine
5,773
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 | Tingira Heights | Valentine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 27.7/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.5/100 | 57.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.0 / 1k | 88.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 133 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 70 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 22 |
| Population | 2,043 | 5,773 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 9/10 |
Tingira Heights is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Valentine is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Tingira Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Valentine keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Tingira Heights is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Valentine answers with housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Valentine, while Tingira Heights remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.