Overall score
Cheltenham
72.1/100
Mentone
71.5/100
Cheltenham vs Mentone, VIC suburb comparison
Cheltenham for investment and schools; Mentone for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CheltenhamMentone
Crime rate
Cheltenham
88.0 / 1k
Mentone
64.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cheltenham
584
Mentone
567
Population
Cheltenham
23,992
Mentone
13,197
Metric leadCheltenham 5Mentone 51 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 retireesMentone
- Best for beach lifestyleMentone
- Best for investmentCheltenham
- Best for best valueMentone
- Best for best schoolsCheltenham
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 | Cheltenham | Mentone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.1/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 32.3/100 | 44.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.0 / 1k | 64.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 22 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 79 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 584 | 567 |
| Planning activity | 242 | 105 |
| Population | 23,992 | 13,197 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cheltenham is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Mentone is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Mentone leans into coastal living, while Cheltenham feels more inland and suburban in character.
Cheltenham pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Mentone is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Cheltenham suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Mentone is the stronger match for retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle.