Overall score
Canterbury
61.5/100
Hawthorn
69.2/100
Canterbury vs Hawthorn, VIC suburb comparison
Canterbury for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CanterburyHawthorn
Crime rate
Canterbury
39.3 / 1k
Hawthorn
80.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Canterbury
299
Hawthorn
1,088
Population
Canterbury
7,800
Hawthorn
22,322
Metric leadCanterbury 3Hawthorn 71 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 retireesCanterbury
- Best for familiesCanterbury
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 | Canterbury | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.5/100 | 69.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 9.3/100 | 3.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.3 / 1k | 80.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 18 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 95 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 299 | 1,088 |
| Planning activity | 154 | 405 |
| Population | 7,800 | 22,322 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Canterbury is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Hawthorn is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Canterbury pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Hawthorn is the better pick for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Canterbury, while Hawthorn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.