Overall score
Attwood
48.7/100
Tullamarine
55.3/100
Attwood vs Tullamarine, VIC suburb comparison
Attwood for retirees and families; Tullamarine for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AttwoodTullamarine
Crime rate
Attwood
37.1 / 1k
Tullamarine
132.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Attwood
87
Tullamarine
239
Population
Attwood
3,309
Tullamarine
6,733
Metric leadAttwood 5Tullamarine 6across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAttwood
- Best for familiesAttwood
- Best for investmentTullamarine
- Best for best valueAttwood
- Best for best schoolsAttwood
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 | Attwood | Tullamarine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.7/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.8/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 37.1 / 1k | 132.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 53 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 239 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 96 |
| Population | 3,309 | 6,733 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Attwood is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Tullamarine is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Attwood is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Tullamarine answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Attwood suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Tullamarine is the stronger match for investors.