Overall score
Curlewis
49.9/100
Leopold
67.8/100
Curlewis vs Leopold, VIC suburb comparison
Leopold for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CurlewisLeopold
Crime rate
Curlewis
57.2 / 1k
Leopold
47.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Curlewis
41
Leopold
146
Population
Curlewis
4,175
Leopold
13,272
Metric leadCurlewis 3Leopold 7across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Curlewis | Leopold |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.9/100 | 67.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 89.7/100 | 84.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.2 / 1k | 47.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 70 |
| Walkability | 23.5/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 146 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 48 |
| Population | 4,175 | 13,272 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Curlewis is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Leopold is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Curlewis sits among greener hillside streets, while Leopold keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Curlewis tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Leopold stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors are more likely to prefer Leopold, while Curlewis remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.