Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Valentine
42.2/100
Belmont North for families and value; Valentine for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Valentine
42.2/100
Crime rate
Belmont North
88.0 / 1k
Valentine
88.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont North
101
Valentine
70
Population
Belmont North
6,291
Valentine
5,773
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Belmont North | Valentine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.7/100 | 57.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.0 / 1k | 88.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 115 | 133 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 70 |
| Planning activity | 27 | 22 |
| Population | 6,291 | 5,773 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Belmont North reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Valentine is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Belmont North pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, whereas Valentine is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Belmont North suits families and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Valentine is the stronger match for retirees.