Overall score
Axedale
40.3/100
Longlea
56.2/100
Axedale vs Longlea, VIC Suburb Comparison
Longlea for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AxedaleLonglea
Crime rate
Axedale
29.5 / 1k
Longlea
3.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Axedale
8
Longlea
7
Population
Axedale
984
Longlea
570
Metric leadAxedale 3Longlea 53 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 | Axedale | Longlea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.3/100 | 56.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.4/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.5 / 1k | 3.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 53.4/100 | 53.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | — |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 7 |
| Planning activity | 26 | 32 |
| Green cover | 8.4% | 10.3% |
| Population | 984 | 570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Axedale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Longlea is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Axedale is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities, a calmer planning outlook, and a larger local community; Longlea answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability. On housing, Axedale sits in a well priced band, compared with a gently premium feel in Longlea.
Axedale suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Longlea is the stronger match for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.