Overall score
Elizabeth South
25.1/100
Hillbank
29.8/100
Hillbank for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Elizabeth South
25.1/100
Hillbank
29.8/100
Crime rate
Elizabeth South
214.0 / 1k
Hillbank
98.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elizabeth South
119
Hillbank
38
Population
Elizabeth South
2,933
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 South | Hillbank |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.1/100 | 29.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.8/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 214.0 / 1k | 98.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 28 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 119 | 38 |
| Planning activity | 49 | 33 |
| Green cover | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Population | 2,933 | 5,013 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Elizabeth South reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Hillbank is a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm. Elizabeth South sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Hillbank is further out with more breathing room.
Elizabeth South tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, tree cover and green space, and overall desirability, while Hillbank stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. Elizabeth South generally means more approachable housing costs, while Hillbank leans toward more sought-after housing.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Elizabeth South the better fit, while retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Hillbank.
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.