Overall score
Hamilton
68.0/100
Penshurst
37.0/100
Hamilton vs Penshurst, VIC suburb comparison
Hamilton for investment and value; Penshurst for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HamiltonPenshurst
Crime rate
Hamilton
112.5 / 1k
Penshurst
16.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton
269
Penshurst
0
Population
Hamilton
10,346
Penshurst
677
Metric leadHamilton 9Penshurst 1across 10 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 | Hamilton | Penshurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.0/100 | 37.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.3/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.5 / 1k | 16.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 73 | 3 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 269 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 20 | — |
| Population | 10,346 | 677 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Hamilton is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Penshurst is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Hamilton sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Penshurst is further into the wider countryside.
Hamilton tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Penshurst stands out for a quieter safety profile.
Choose Hamilton if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Penshurst for retirees and families.