Overall score
Glen Waverley
73.0/100
Wheelers Hill
68.0/100
Glen Waverley vs Wheelers Hill, VIC suburb comparison
Glen Waverley for investment; Wheelers Hill for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Glen WaverleyWheelers Hill
Crime rate
Glen Waverley
58.5 / 1k
Wheelers Hill
37.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glen Waverley
693
Wheelers Hill
234
Population
Glen Waverley
42,642
Wheelers Hill
20,652
Metric leadGlen Waverley 7Wheelers Hill 31 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentGlen Waverley
- Best for best valueWheelers Hill
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 | Glen Waverley | Wheelers Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 73.0/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.3/100 | 33.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.5 / 1k | 37.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 192 | 105 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 693 | 234 |
| Planning activity | 407 | 145 |
| Population | 42,642 | 20,652 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Glen Waverley is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Wheelers Hill is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Glen Waverley tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Wheelers Hill stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Glen Waverley suits investors more clearly, whereas Wheelers Hill is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.