Overall score
Coldstream
55.5/100
Yarra Glen
53.9/100
Coldstream vs Yarra Glen, VIC suburb comparison
Coldstream for families and investment; Yarra Glen for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ColdstreamYarra Glen
Crime rate
Coldstream
54.3 / 1k
Yarra Glen
32.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coldstream
13
Yarra Glen
69
Population
Coldstream
2,199
Yarra Glen
3,012
Metric leadColdstream 5Yarra Glen 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 retireesYarra Glen
- Best for familiesColdstream
- Best for investmentColdstream
- Best for best valueColdstream
- Best for best schoolsColdstream
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 | Coldstream | Yarra Glen |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.5/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.8/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.3 / 1k | 32.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 6 |
| Walkability | 30.5/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 69 |
| Planning activity | 65 | 61 |
| Population | 2,199 | 3,012 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Coldstream is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Yarra Glen is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
On the data, Coldstream is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Yarra Glen answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Coldstream, while Yarra Glen remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.