Overall score
Dandenong
68.2/100
Dandenong North
68.0/100
Dandenong vs Dandenong North, VIC suburb comparison
Dandenong North for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DandenongDandenong North
Crime rate
Dandenong
323.5 / 1k
Dandenong North
73.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dandenong
865
Dandenong North
313
Population
Dandenong
30,127
Dandenong North
22,550
Metric leadDandenong 7Dandenong North 4across 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 retireesDandenong North
- Best for investmentDandenong North
- Best for best valueDandenong North
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 | Dandenong | Dandenong North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.2/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.3/100 | 68.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 323.5 / 1k | 73.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 211 | 104 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 865 | 313 |
| Planning activity | 296 | 93 |
| Population | 30,127 | 22,550 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dandenong is a hillside larger suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, and Dandenong North is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Dandenong tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Dandenong North stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Dandenong North, while Dandenong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.