Overall score
Geelong
69.4/100
Leopold
67.8/100
Geelong vs Leopold, VIC suburb comparison
Geelong for retirees and families; Leopold for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GeelongLeopold
Crime rate
Geelong
664.0 / 1k
Leopold
47.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Geelong
1,403
Leopold
146
Population
Geelong
5,811
Leopold
13,272
Metric leadGeelong 5Leopold 6across 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 | Geelong | Leopold |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.4/100 | 67.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.5/100 | 84.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 664.0 / 1k | 47.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 51 | 70 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,403 | 146 |
| Planning activity | 222 | 48 |
| Population | 5,811 | 13,272 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Geelong is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Leopold is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Geelong pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas Leopold is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Geelong generally means more sought-after housing, while Leopold leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Geelong suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Leopold is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.