Overall score
Aberfeldie
53.0/100
Moonee Ponds
69.0/100
Aberfeldie vs Moonee Ponds, VIC suburb comparison
Aberfeldie for retirees; Moonee Ponds for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AberfeldieMoonee Ponds
Crime rate
Aberfeldie
45.5 / 1k
Moonee Ponds
94.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aberfeldie
149
Moonee Ponds
533
Population
Aberfeldie
3,925
Moonee Ponds
16,224
Metric leadAberfeldie 4Moonee Ponds 61 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAberfeldie
- Best for investmentMoonee Ponds
- Best for best valueMoonee Ponds
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 | Aberfeldie | Moonee Ponds |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.0/100 | 69.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.6/100 | 12.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 45.5 / 1k | 94.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 96 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 533 |
| Planning activity | 45 | 216 |
| Population | 3,925 | 16,224 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aberfeldie is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Moonee Ponds is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Aberfeldie tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Moonee Ponds stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Aberfeldie suits retirees more clearly, whereas Moonee Ponds is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.