Overall score
Camberwell
61.7/100
Hawthorn
63.8/100
Camberwell vs Hawthorn, VIC Suburb Comparison
Hawthorn for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CamberwellHawthorn
Crime rate
Camberwell
64.6 / 1k
Hawthorn
80.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Camberwell
754
Hawthorn
1,099
Population
Camberwell
21,965
Hawthorn
22,322
Metric leadCamberwell 3Hawthorn 73 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 investmentHawthorn
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 | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 63.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.8/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 80.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 18 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 175 | 95 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 754 | 1,099 |
| Planning activity | 308 | 405 |
| Green cover | 5.2% | 8.5% |
| Population | 21,965 | 22,322 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Camberwell is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Hawthorn is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Camberwell sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Hawthorn is closer to the city centre.
Camberwell tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access, while Hawthorn stands out for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees, families, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Camberwell, while Hawthorn 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.