Overall score
Dennington
56.0/100
Woodford
48.4/100
Dennington vs Woodford, VIC suburb comparison
Dennington for investment; Woodford for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DenningtonWoodford
Crime rate
Dennington
23.6 / 1k
Woodford
10.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dennington
24
Woodford
6
Population
Dennington
1,994
Woodford
436
Metric leadDennington 4Woodford 51 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWoodford
- Best for investmentDennington
- Best for best schoolsWoodford
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 | Dennington | Woodford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.0/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.6/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.6 / 1k | 10.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | — |
| Walkability | 40.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 11 |
| Population | 1,994 | 436 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dennington is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Woodford is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Dennington is stronger for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities; Woodford answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Dennington generally means more mid-market housing value, while Woodford leans toward more sought-after housing.
Dennington suits investors more clearly, whereas Woodford is the stronger match for retirees and households prioritising schools.