Goornong vs Huntly, VIC suburb comparison

Goornong for retirees and families; Huntly for investment and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

GoornongHuntly

Overall score

Goornong

48.2/100

Huntly

56.1/100

Crime rate

Goornong

27.2 / 1k

Huntly

65.5 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Goornong

25

Huntly

23

Population

Goornong

718

Huntly

3,585

Metric leadGoornong 4Huntly 52 tiedacross 11 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.

CategoryGoornongHuntly
Overall score48.2/10056.1/100
Housing (desirability)71.4/10088.3/100
Crime rate27.2 / 1k65.5 / 1k
Schools & preschools11
Parks & reserves43
Public transport stops721
Walkability10.5/10059.0/100
Nearby amenities2523
Planning activity1787
Population7183,585
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)5/105/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Goornong is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Huntly is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.

Goornong tends to lead on parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities, while Huntly stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

Retirees and families may find Goornong the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Huntly.

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