Overall score
Camberwell
61.7/100
Deepdene
55.8/100
Camberwell vs Deepdene, VIC Suburb Comparison
Camberwell for retirees; Deepdene for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CamberwellDeepdene
Crime rate
Camberwell
64.6 / 1k
Deepdene
56.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Camberwell
754
Deepdene
111
Population
Camberwell
21,965
Deepdene
2,101
Metric leadCamberwell 6Deepdene 52 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCamberwell
- Best for familiesDeepdene
- Best for best schoolsDeepdene
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 | Camberwell | Deepdene |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 55.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.8/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 56.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 16 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 175 | 9 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 36.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 754 | 111 |
| Planning activity | 308 | 31 |
| Green cover | 5.2% | 7.1% |
| Population | 21,965 | 2,101 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Camberwell reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Deepdene is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Camberwell sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Deepdene is closer to the city centre.
On the data, Camberwell is stronger for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Deepdene answers with a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Camberwell, while Deepdene remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.