Overall score
Aspendale
60.9/100
Edithvale
62.7/100
Aspendale vs Edithvale, VIC Suburb Comparison
Aspendale for families and schools; Edithvale for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AspendaleEdithvale
Crime rate
Aspendale
43.8 / 1k
Edithvale
28.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspendale
228
Edithvale
237
Population
Aspendale
7,285
Edithvale
6,276
Metric leadAspendale 7Edithvale 51 tiedacross 13 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 | Aspendale | Edithvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.9/100 | 62.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.7/100 | 57.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.8 / 1k | 28.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 48 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 228 | 237 |
| Planning activity | 93 | 117 |
| Green cover | 8.6% | 0.2% |
| Population | 7,285 | 6,276 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Aspendale is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Edithvale is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Aspendale is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Edithvale answers with a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Aspendale if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Edithvale 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.