Overall score
Goodwood
44.2/100
Montrose
52.5/100
Goodwood for families; Montrose for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Goodwood
44.2/100
Montrose
52.5/100
Crime rate
Goodwood
3442.1 / 1k
Montrose
1738.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Goodwood
23
Montrose
23
Population
Goodwood
1,142
Montrose
2,313
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Goodwood is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Montrose is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
On the data, Goodwood is stronger for public transport access and overall desirability; Montrose answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Goodwood, while Montrose remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.