Overall score
Bacchus Marsh
49.4/100
Long Forest
44.0/100
Bacchus Marsh vs Long Forest, VIC Suburb Comparison
Bacchus Marsh for retirees and families; Long Forest for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bacchus MarshLong Forest
Crime rate
Bacchus Marsh
145.9 / 1k
Long Forest
34.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bacchus Marsh
278
Long Forest
3
Population
Bacchus Marsh
7,808
Long Forest
343
Metric leadBacchus Marsh 6Long Forest 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBacchus Marsh
- Best for familiesBacchus Marsh
- Best for investmentBacchus Marsh
- Best for best valueLong Forest
- Best for best schoolsLong Forest
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 | Bacchus Marsh | Long Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.4/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.0/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 145.9 / 1k | 34.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | — |
| Public transport stops | 32 | — |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 278 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 73 | 4 |
| Green cover | 8.2% | 0.0% |
| Population | 7,808 | 343 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bacchus Marsh is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Long Forest is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Bacchus Marsh sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Long Forest is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Bacchus Marsh tends to lead on walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability, while Long Forest stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook. Bacchus Marsh generally means more mid-market housing value, while Long Forest leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
Bacchus Marsh suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Long Forest is the stronger match for retirees, families, 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.