Overall score
Altona North
47.6/100
Seaholme
54.9/100
Seaholme for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Altona North
47.6/100
Seaholme
54.9/100
Crime rate
Altona North
99.6 / 1k
Seaholme
50.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Altona North
245
Seaholme
140
Population
Altona North
12,962
Seaholme
2,067
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 | Altona North | Seaholme |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.6/100 | 54.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.9/100 | 56.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 99.6 / 1k | 50.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 107 | 10 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 15.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 245 | 140 |
| Planning activity | 291 | 37 |
| Green cover | 3.6% | 15.3% |
| Population | 12,962 | 2,067 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Altona North reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Seaholme is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Seaholme leans into coastal living, while Altona North feels more inland and suburban in character.
Altona North tends to lead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, while Seaholme stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Altona North suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Seaholme is the stronger match for retirees, families, and people chasing a beach lifestyle.
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.