Overall score
Ashburton
71.4/100
Camberwell
70.1/100
Ashburton vs Camberwell, VIC suburb comparison
Ashburton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshburtonCamberwell
Crime rate
Ashburton
68.4 / 1k
Camberwell
64.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashburton
358
Camberwell
742
Population
Ashburton
7,952
Camberwell
21,965
Metric leadAshburton 3Camberwell 62 tiedacross 11 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 | Ashburton | Camberwell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.4/100 | 70.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.5/100 | 9.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.4 / 1k | 64.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 175 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 358 | 742 |
| Planning activity | 103 | 308 |
| Population | 7,952 | 21,965 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashburton is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Camberwell is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Ashburton pulls ahead on housing affordability and overall desirability, whereas Camberwell is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ashburton, while Camberwell remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.