Overall score
Hamilton North
43.0/100
Hamilton South
38.0/100
Hamilton North for retirees and families; Hamilton South for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hamilton North
43.0/100
Hamilton South
38.0/100
Crime rate
Hamilton North
306.8 / 1k
Hamilton South
228.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton North
35
Hamilton South
42
Population
Hamilton North
934
Hamilton South
4,057
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.
| Category | Hamilton North | Hamilton South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.6/100 | 47.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 306.8 / 1k | 228.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 12 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 43 |
| Walkability | 30.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 22 |
| Green cover | 10.2% | 4.0% |
| Population | 934 | 4,057 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Put side by side, Hamilton North is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Hamilton South is a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm. Hamilton North sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Hamilton South is in a middle-ring position.
Hamilton North tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook, while Hamilton South stands out for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
Choose Hamilton North if you are weighing retirees and investors; lean toward Hamilton South for 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.