Overall score
Elwood
70.1/100
St Kilda
71.8/100
Elwood vs St Kilda, VIC suburb comparison
Elwood for retirees; St Kilda for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ElwoodSt Kilda
Crime rate
Elwood
62.5 / 1k
St Kilda
175.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elwood
213
St Kilda
526
Population
Elwood
15,153
St Kilda
19,490
Metric leadElwood 2St Kilda 72 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | St Kilda |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.1/100 | 71.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.9/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.5 / 1k | 175.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 96 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 213 | 526 |
| Planning activity | 243 | 217 |
| Population | 15,153 | 19,490 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Elwood is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and St Kilda is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Elwood tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while St Kilda stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Elwood suits retirees more clearly, whereas St Kilda is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.