Overall score
Deepdene
55.8/100
Hawthorn
63.8/100
Deepdene for families and schools; Hawthorn for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Deepdene
55.8/100
Hawthorn
63.8/100
Crime rate
Deepdene
56.8 / 1k
Hawthorn
80.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Deepdene
111
Hawthorn
1,099
Population
Deepdene
2,101
Hawthorn
22,322
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Deepdene | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.8/100 | 63.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.5/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 56.8 / 1k | 80.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 18 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 95 |
| Walkability | 36.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 111 | 1,099 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 405 |
| Green cover | 7.1% | 8.5% |
| Population | 2,101 | 22,322 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Deepdene reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Hawthorn is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Deepdene is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook; Hawthorn answers with schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Hawthorn, while Deepdene remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.