Overall score
Baxter
55.2/100
Moorooduc
41.2/100
Baxter vs Moorooduc, VIC Suburb Comparison
Baxter for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BaxterMoorooduc
Crime rate
Baxter
157.8 / 1k
Moorooduc
111.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Baxter
77
Moorooduc
15
Population
Baxter
2,166
Moorooduc
1,004
Metric leadBaxter 9Moorooduc 22 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 | Baxter | Moorooduc |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.2/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.0/100 | 46.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 157.8 / 1k | 111.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 2 |
| Walkability | 76.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 39 |
| Green cover | 5.5% | 3.8% |
| Population | 2,166 | 1,004 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Baxter is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Moorooduc is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Baxter sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Moorooduc is further out with more breathing room.
Baxter tends to lead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Moorooduc stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools may find Baxter the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Moorooduc.
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.