Overall score
Altona Meadows
68.5/100
Seaholme
49.2/100
Altona Meadows vs Seaholme, VIC suburb comparison
Altona Meadows for beach lifestyle and investment; Seaholme for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Altona MeadowsSeaholme
Crime rate
Altona Meadows
60.5 / 1k
Seaholme
51.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Altona Meadows
195
Seaholme
136
Population
Altona Meadows
18,479
Seaholme
2,067
Metric leadAltona Meadows 7Seaholme 31 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 retireesSeaholme
- Best for familiesSeaholme
- Best for beach lifestyleAltona Meadows
- Best for investmentAltona Meadows
- Best for best valueAltona Meadows
- Best for best schoolsSeaholme
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 | Seaholme |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.5/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 83.9/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.5 / 1k | 51.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 28 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 10 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 15.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 195 | 136 |
| Planning activity | 56 | 37 |
| Population | 18,479 | 2,067 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Altona Meadows is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Seaholme is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
On the data, Altona Meadows is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Seaholme answers with a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Altona Meadows the better fit, while retirees and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Seaholme.