Overall score
Brown Hill
60.9/100
Warrenheip
35.8/100
Brown Hill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Brown Hill
60.9/100
Warrenheip
35.8/100
Crime rate
Brown Hill
30.9 / 1k
Warrenheip
162.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brown Hill
50
Warrenheip
15
Population
Brown Hill
4,489
Warrenheip
721
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 | Brown Hill | Warrenheip |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.9/100 | 35.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 80.9/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 30.9 / 1k | 162.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 2 |
| Walkability | 26.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 54 | 25 |
| Population | 4,489 | 721 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Brown Hill reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Warrenheip is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Brown Hill is stronger for schools and education options and public transport access; Warrenheip answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Brown Hill, while Warrenheip remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.