Overall score
Clayton
67.4/100
Oakleigh South
71.8/100
Clayton vs Oakleigh South, VIC suburb comparison
Oakleigh South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaytonOakleigh South
Crime rate
Clayton
87.6 / 1k
Oakleigh South
64.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clayton
1,210
Oakleigh South
476
Population
Clayton
18,988
Oakleigh South
9,851
Metric leadClayton 5Oakleigh South 6across 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 South
- Best for familiesOakleigh South
- Best for investmentOakleigh South
- Best for best valueOakleigh South
- Best for best schoolsOakleigh South
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 South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.4/100 | 71.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 18.9/100 | 37.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.6 / 1k | 64.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 111 | 75 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,210 | 476 |
| Planning activity | 252 | 112 |
| Population | 18,988 | 9,851 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Clayton is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Oakleigh South is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Clayton is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Oakleigh South answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oakleigh South, while Clayton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.