Overall score
Grovedale
54.9/100
Highton
66.8/100
Grovedale vs Highton, VIC Suburb Comparison
Highton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrovedaleHighton
Crime rate
Grovedale
56.1 / 1k
Highton
24.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grovedale
383
Highton
481
Population
Grovedale
14,869
Highton
20,736
Metric leadGrovedale 4Highton 72 tiedacross 13 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 | Grovedale | Highton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.9/100 | 66.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.6/100 | 62.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 56.1 / 1k | 24.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 86 | 74 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 96.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 383 | 481 |
| Planning activity | 88 | 109 |
| Green cover | 9.6% | 11.7% |
| Population | 14,869 | 20,736 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Grovedale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Highton is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Grovedale tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability, while Highton stands out for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities. Grovedale generally means housing toward the upper end of the market, while Highton leans toward more sought-after housing.
Grovedale suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Highton is the stronger match for retirees, families, 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.