Overall score
Grovedale
76.0/100
Waurn Ponds
51.2/100
Grovedale vs Waurn Ponds, VIC suburb comparison
Grovedale for families and investment; Waurn Ponds for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrovedaleWaurn Ponds
Crime rate
Grovedale
53.8 / 1k
Waurn Ponds
50.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grovedale
384
Waurn Ponds
133
Population
Grovedale
14,869
Waurn Ponds
4,956
Metric leadGrovedale 7Waurn Ponds 3across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWaurn Ponds
- Best for familiesGrovedale
- Best for investmentGrovedale
- Best for best valueGrovedale
- Best for best schoolsGrovedale
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 | Waurn Ponds |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 76.0/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 66.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.8 / 1k | 50.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 86 | 18 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 384 | 133 |
| Planning activity | 88 | 30 |
| Population | 14,869 | 4,956 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Grovedale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Waurn Ponds is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Grovedale tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Waurn Ponds stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. Grovedale generally means more mid-market housing value, while Waurn Ponds leans toward more sought-after housing.
Grovedale suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Waurn Ponds is the stronger match for retirees.