Overall score
Essendon
64.7/100
Niddrie
58.6/100
Essendon vs Niddrie, VIC suburb comparison
Niddrie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EssendonNiddrie
Crime rate
Essendon
62.3 / 1k
Niddrie
39.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Essendon
677
Niddrie
140
Population
Essendon
21,240
Niddrie
5,901
Metric leadEssendon 8Niddrie 3across 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 | Essendon | Niddrie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.7/100 | 58.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.5/100 | 30.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.3 / 1k | 39.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 164 | 33 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 677 | 140 |
| Planning activity | 223 | 84 |
| Population | 21,240 | 5,901 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Essendon is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Niddrie is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Essendon sits closer to the city centre, whereas Niddrie is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Essendon is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Niddrie answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Niddrie, while Essendon remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.