Overall score
Caulfield
57.5/100
Elsternwick
61.7/100
Caulfield vs Elsternwick, VIC suburb comparison
Caulfield for schools; Elsternwick for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CaulfieldElsternwick
Crime rate
Caulfield
67.1 / 1k
Elsternwick
64.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caulfield
226
Elsternwick
225
Population
Caulfield
5,748
Elsternwick
10,887
Metric leadCaulfield 3Elsternwick 52 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesElsternwick
- Best for best schoolsCaulfield
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 | Caulfield | Elsternwick |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 61.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.9/100 | 9.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.1 / 1k | 64.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 67 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 226 | 225 |
| Planning activity | 58 | 203 |
| Population | 5,748 | 10,887 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Caulfield reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Elsternwick is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Caulfield pulls ahead on housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Elsternwick is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Caulfield suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Elsternwick is the stronger match for retirees.