Overall score
Altona Meadows
68.5/100
Altona
66.5/100
Altona Meadows vs Altona, VIC suburb comparison
Altona Meadows for beach lifestyle and investment; Altona for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Altona MeadowsAltona
Crime rate
Altona Meadows
60.5 / 1k
Altona
69.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Altona Meadows
195
Altona
288
Population
Altona Meadows
18,479
Altona
11,490
Metric leadAltona Meadows 6Altona 5across 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 retireesAltona
- Best for familiesAltona
- Best for beach lifestyleAltona Meadows
- Best for investmentAltona Meadows
- Best for best valueAltona Meadows
- Best for best schoolsAltona
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 | Altona Meadows | Altona |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.5/100 | 66.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 83.9/100 | 46.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.5 / 1k | 69.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 28 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 79 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 195 | 288 |
| Planning activity | 56 | 231 |
| Population | 18,479 | 11,490 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Altona Meadows is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Altona is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Altona Meadows tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Altona stands out for schools and education options and public transport access.
Altona Meadows suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas Altona is the stronger match for retirees and families.