Overall score
Brighton
73.6/100
Sandringham
76.9/100
Brighton vs Sandringham, VIC suburb comparison
Sandringham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BrightonSandringham
Crime rate
Brighton
60.2 / 1k
Sandringham
47.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brighton
559
Sandringham
320
Population
Brighton
23,252
Sandringham
10,926
Metric leadBrighton 5Sandringham 42 tiedacross 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 retireesSandringham
- Best for familiesSandringham
- Best for best valueSandringham
- Best for best schoolsSandringham
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 | Brighton | Sandringham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 73.6/100 | 76.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.7/100 | 33.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.2 / 1k | 47.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 162 | 51 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 559 | 320 |
| Planning activity | 303 | 76 |
| Population | 23,252 | 10,926 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Brighton is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Sandringham is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
On the data, Brighton is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Sandringham answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Sandringham, while Brighton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.