Overall score
Golden Beach
20.4/100
Longford
37.7/100
Golden Beach vs Longford, VIC suburb comparison
Longford for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Golden BeachLongford
Crime rate
Golden Beach
134.3 / 1k
Longford
54.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Golden Beach
26
Longford
0
Population
Golden Beach
356
Longford
1,489
Metric leadGolden Beach 1Longford 9across 10 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 | Golden Beach | Longford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 20.4/100 | 37.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.7/100 | 71.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 134.3 / 1k | 54.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 7 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 4 |
| Population | 356 | 1,489 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Golden Beach is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Longford is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Golden Beach tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, while Longford stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Golden Beach generally means more approachable housing costs, while Longford leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Longford, while Golden Beach remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.