Overall score
Dandenong
42.2/100
Noble Park North
46.4/100
Dandenong vs Noble Park North, VIC Suburb Comparison
Dandenong for retirees; Noble Park North for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DandenongNoble Park North
Crime rate
Dandenong
316.9 / 1k
Noble Park North
81.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dandenong
894
Noble Park North
149
Population
Dandenong
30,127
Noble Park North
7,436
Metric leadDandenong 7Noble Park North 51 tiedacross 13 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
- Best for familiesNoble Park North
- Best for best valueNoble Park North
- Best for best schoolsNoble Park 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 | Noble Park North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.2/100 | 46.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.9/100 | 59.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 316.9 / 1k | 81.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 211 | 44 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 894 | 149 |
| Planning activity | 296 | 32 |
| Green cover | 12.2% | 5.5% |
| Population | 30,127 | 7,436 |
| 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 Noble Park North is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
On the data, Dandenong is stronger for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Noble Park North answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Dandenong suits families more clearly, whereas Noble Park North is the stronger match for retirees and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.