Overall score
Cobblebank
44.9/100
Weir Views
48.4/100
Cobblebank vs Weir Views, VIC suburb comparison
Cobblebank for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CobblebankWeir Views
Crime rate
Cobblebank
41.7 / 1k
Weir Views
78.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cobblebank
26
Weir Views
53
Population
Cobblebank
3,601
Weir Views
4,348
Metric leadCobblebank 4Weir Views 51 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 retireesCobblebank
- Best for familiesCobblebank
- Best for investmentCobblebank
- Best for best valueCobblebank
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 | Cobblebank | Weir Views |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.9/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 64.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 41.7 / 1k | 78.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 6 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 71.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 53 |
| Planning activity | 33 | 24 |
| Population | 3,601 | 4,348 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Cobblebank is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Weir Views is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Cobblebank sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Weir Views is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Cobblebank is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Weir Views answers with a quieter safety profile and walkability. Cobblebank generally means more mid-market housing value, while Weir Views leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Cobblebank, while Weir Views remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.