Overall score
Drumcondra
49.2/100
Geelong
69.4/100
Drumcondra vs Geelong, VIC suburb comparison
Drumcondra for retirees and families; Geelong for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DrumcondraGeelong
Crime rate
Drumcondra
62.9 / 1k
Geelong
664.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Drumcondra
38
Geelong
1,403
Population
Drumcondra
571
Geelong
5,811
Metric leadDrumcondra 4Geelong 7across 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 retireesDrumcondra
- Best for familiesDrumcondra
- Best for beach lifestyleGeelong
- Best for investmentGeelong
- Best for best valueDrumcondra
- Best for best schoolsDrumcondra
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 | Drumcondra | Geelong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.2/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.6/100 | 41.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.9 / 1k | 664.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 51 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 38 | 1,403 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 222 |
| Population | 571 | 5,811 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Drumcondra is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Geelong is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Drumcondra is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Geelong answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Drumcondra suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Geelong is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.