Overall score
Clayton
67.4/100
Oakleigh East
56.7/100
Clayton vs Oakleigh East, VIC suburb comparison
Oakleigh East for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaytonOakleigh East
Crime rate
Clayton
87.6 / 1k
Oakleigh East
45.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clayton
1,210
Oakleigh East
103
Population
Clayton
18,988
Oakleigh East
6,804
Metric leadClayton 6Oakleigh East 5across 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 retireesOakleigh East
- Best for investmentOakleigh East
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 | Clayton | Oakleigh East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.4/100 | 56.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 18.9/100 | 31.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.6 / 1k | 45.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 111 | 29 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 40.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,210 | 103 |
| Planning activity | 252 | 85 |
| Population | 18,988 | 6,804 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Clayton is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Oakleigh East is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Clayton is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Oakleigh East answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Oakleigh East, while Clayton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.