Overall score
Altona North
67.1/100
South Kingsville
43.7/100
Altona North vs South Kingsville, VIC suburb comparison
Altona North for investment and value; South Kingsville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Altona NorthSouth Kingsville
Crime rate
Altona North
101.6 / 1k
South Kingsville
44.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Altona North
241
South Kingsville
31
Population
Altona North
12,962
South Kingsville
2,156
Metric leadAltona North 7South Kingsville 4across 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 retireesSouth Kingsville
- Best for familiesSouth Kingsville
- Best for investmentAltona North
- Best for best valueAltona North
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 | 67.1/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.8/100 | 20.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 101.6 / 1k | 44.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 107 | 16 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 241 | 31 |
| Planning activity | 291 | 32 |
| 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 settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Altona North sits in a middle-ring position, whereas South Kingsville is closer to the city centre.
Altona North pulls ahead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, whereas South Kingsville is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Choose Altona North if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward South Kingsville for retirees and families.