Overall score
Gherang
53.6/100
Winchelsea
38.1/100
Gherang vs Winchelsea, VIC Suburb Comparison
Gherang for retirees and schools; Winchelsea for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GherangWinchelsea
Crime rate
Gherang
8.0 / 1k
Winchelsea
57.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gherang
1
Winchelsea
2
Population
Gherang
391
Winchelsea
2,456
Metric leadGherang 5Winchelsea 41 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGherang
- Best for familiesWinchelsea
- Best for investmentWinchelsea
- Best for best schoolsGherang
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 | Gherang | Winchelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 38.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.9/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 8.0 / 1k | 57.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 42 |
| Green cover | 14.3% | 0.8% |
| Population | 391 | 2,456 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Gherang reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Winchelsea is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Gherang tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, a calmer planning outlook, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Winchelsea stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. Gherang generally means more sought-after housing, while Winchelsea leans toward more approachable mid-market housing.
Gherang suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Winchelsea is the stronger match for investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.