Overall score
Elwood
70.1/100
Middle Park
61.3/100
Elwood vs Middle Park, VIC suburb comparison
Elwood for beach lifestyle and value; Middle Park for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ElwoodMiddle Park
Crime rate
Elwood
62.5 / 1k
Middle Park
78.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elwood
213
Middle Park
110
Population
Elwood
15,153
Middle Park
4,000
Metric leadElwood 9Middle Park 11 tiedacross 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 beach lifestyleElwood
- Best for investmentMiddle Park
- Best for best valueElwood
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 | Elwood | Middle Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.1/100 | 61.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.9/100 | 21.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.5 / 1k | 78.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 23 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 213 | 110 |
| Planning activity | 243 | 122 |
| Population | 15,153 | 4,000 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Elwood is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Middle Park is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Elwood pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Middle Park is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Elwood the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Middle Park.