Overall score
Albanvale
36.4/100
Cairnlea
50.1/100
Albanvale vs Cairnlea, VIC Suburb Comparison
Albanvale for investment; Cairnlea for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlbanvaleCairnlea
Crime rate
Albanvale
45.4 / 1k
Cairnlea
44.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Albanvale
44
Cairnlea
139
Population
Albanvale
5,641
Cairnlea
10,038
Metric leadAlbanvale 3Cairnlea 91 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Albanvale | Cairnlea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.4/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.6/100 | 39.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 45.4 / 1k | 44.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 27 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 44 | 139 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 1 |
| Green cover | 16.4% | 15.3% |
| Population | 5,641 | 10,038 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Albanvale is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, while Cairnlea is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Albanvale tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Cairnlea stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability. On housing, Albanvale sits in a affordable band, compared with a gently premium feel in Cairnlea.
Albanvale suits families, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Cairnlea is the stronger match for retirees.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.