Overall score
Aspendale
66.6/100
Edithvale
66.5/100
Aspendale for investment and schools; Edithvale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aspendale
66.6/100
Edithvale
66.5/100
Crime rate
Aspendale
52.7 / 1k
Edithvale
31.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspendale
147
Edithvale
179
Population
Aspendale
7,285
Edithvale
6,276
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aspendale | Edithvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.6/100 | 66.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.8/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.7 / 1k | 31.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 48 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 147 | 179 |
| Planning activity | 93 | 117 |
| Population | 7,285 | 6,276 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
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 and schools and education options; Edithvale answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Aspendale if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Edithvale for retirees and families.