Overall score
Altona North
47.6/100
South Kingsville
55.2/100
Altona North vs South Kingsville, VIC Suburb Comparison
Altona North for retirees and value; South Kingsville for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Altona NorthSouth Kingsville
Crime rate
Altona North
99.6 / 1k
South Kingsville
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Altona North
245
South Kingsville
32
Population
Altona North
12,962
South Kingsville
2,156
Metric leadAltona North 5South Kingsville 71 tiedacross 13 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 North
- Best for familiesSouth Kingsville
- Best for investmentSouth Kingsville
- Best for best valueAltona North
- Best for best schoolsSouth Kingsville
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 North | South Kingsville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.6/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.9/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 99.6 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 107 | 16 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 245 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 291 | 32 |
| Green cover | 3.6% | 4.6% |
| Population | 12,962 | 2,156 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Altona North is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and South Kingsville is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Altona North sits in a middle-ring position, whereas South Kingsville is closer to the city centre.
Altona North pulls ahead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access, whereas South Kingsville is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Altona North if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward South Kingsville for retirees and families.
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.