Overall score
Black Hill
51.3/100
Invermay Park
48.7/100
Black Hill vs Invermay Park, VIC suburb comparison
Black Hill for families and schools; Invermay Park for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Black HillInvermay Park
Crime rate
Black Hill
44.9 / 1k
Invermay Park
52.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Black Hill
42
Invermay Park
37
Population
Black Hill
2,124
Invermay Park
1,692
Metric leadBlack Hill 6Invermay Park 5across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesInvermay Park
- Best for familiesBlack Hill
- Best for best schoolsBlack Hill
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 | Black Hill | Invermay Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.3/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 80.3/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.9 / 1k | 52.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 15 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 37 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 4 |
| Population | 2,124 | 1,692 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Black Hill is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Invermay Park is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Black Hill tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Invermay Park stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Black Hill suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Invermay Park is the stronger match for retirees.