Overall score
Aspendale
60.9/100
Parkdale
64.5/100
Aspendale vs Parkdale, VIC Suburb Comparison
Aspendale for value; Parkdale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AspendaleParkdale
Crime rate
Aspendale
43.8 / 1k
Parkdale
31.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspendale
228
Parkdale
199
Population
Aspendale
7,285
Parkdale
12,308
Metric leadAspendale 5Parkdale 62 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 | Parkdale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.9/100 | 64.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.7/100 | 58.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.8 / 1k | 31.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 12 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 59 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 228 | 199 |
| Planning activity | 93 | 163 |
| Green cover | 8.6% | 3.6% |
| Population | 7,285 | 12,308 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aspendale is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Parkdale is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Aspendale sits firmly coastal, whereas Parkdale is near both coast and city.
Aspendale tends to lead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and walkability, while Parkdale stands out for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access.
Aspendale suits investors more clearly, whereas Parkdale is the stronger match for retirees, families, people chasing a beach lifestyle, and households prioritising schools.
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.