Overall score
Gembrook
38.9/100
Tynong North
40.5/100
Gembrook vs Tynong North, VIC suburb comparison
Gembrook for families and investment; Tynong North for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GembrookTynong North
Crime rate
Gembrook
207.0 / 1k
Tynong North
98.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gembrook
0
Tynong North
3
Population
Gembrook
2,559
Tynong North
440
Metric leadGembrook 3Tynong North 5across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTynong North
- Best for familiesGembrook
- Best for investmentGembrook
- Best for best valueGembrook
- Best for best schoolsGembrook
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 | Gembrook | Tynong North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.9/100 | 40.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.6/100 | 59.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 207.0 / 1k | 98.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | — |
| Public transport stops | 17 | — |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 69 | 21 |
| Population | 2,559 | 440 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gembrook is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Tynong North is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks.
On the data, Gembrook is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Tynong North answers with a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Gembrook if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Tynong North for retirees and families.