Overall score
Elizabeth Park
42.3/100
Hillbank
41.3/100
Elizabeth Park for families and schools; Hillbank for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Elizabeth Park
42.3/100
Hillbank
41.3/100
Crime rate
Elizabeth Park
90.0 / 1k
Hillbank
56.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elizabeth Park
80
Hillbank
35
Population
Elizabeth Park
4,428
Hillbank
5,013
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 | Elizabeth Park | Hillbank |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.3/100 | 41.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.1/100 | 76.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 90.0 / 1k | 56.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 28 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 80 | 35 |
| Planning activity | 54 | 29 |
| Population | 4,428 | 5,013 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Elizabeth Park reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Hillbank is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel. Elizabeth Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Hillbank is further out with more breathing room.
Elizabeth Park tends to lead on public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities, while Hillbank stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Elizabeth Park sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Hillbank.
Choose Elizabeth Park if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Hillbank for retirees and value-focused buyers.