Overall score
Benalla
55.8/100
Goorambat
18.7/100
Benalla vs Goorambat, VIC suburb comparison
Benalla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BenallaGoorambat
Crime rate
Benalla
126.9 / 1k
Goorambat
151.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Benalla
16
Goorambat
0
Population
Benalla
10,822
Goorambat
269
Metric leadBenalla 8Goorambat 2across 10 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 | Benalla | Goorambat |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.8/100 | 18.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.3/100 | 37.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 126.9 / 1k | 151.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 54 | 2 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 16 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 300 | 4 |
| Population | 10,822 | 269 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Benalla is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Goorambat is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Benalla is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Goorambat answers with a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Benalla generally means more approachable housing costs, while Goorambat leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Benalla, while Goorambat remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.