Overall score
Anglesea
47.4/100
Gherang
53.6/100
Anglesea vs Gherang, VIC Suburb Comparison
Anglesea for families and beach lifestyle; Gherang for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AngleseaGherang
Crime rate
Anglesea
35.4 / 1k
Gherang
8.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Anglesea
31
Gherang
1
Population
Anglesea
3,208
Gherang
391
Metric leadAnglesea 3Gherang 52 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Anglesea | Gherang |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.4/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.4 / 1k | 8.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | — |
| Public transport stops | 5 | — |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 31 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 231 | 12 |
| Green cover | 1.2% | 14.3% |
| Population | 3,208 | 391 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Anglesea is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Gherang is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Where Anglesea is shaped by the coast, Gherang offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Anglesea is stronger for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and a larger local community; Gherang answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability.
Anglesea suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Gherang is the stronger match for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.