Overall score
Hamlyn Heights
63.8/100
North Geelong
62.4/100
Hamlyn Heights vs North Geelong, VIC suburb comparison
Hamlyn Heights for retirees and families; North Geelong for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Hamlyn HeightsNorth Geelong
Crime rate
Hamlyn Heights
33.1 / 1k
North Geelong
235.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamlyn Heights
182
North Geelong
204
Population
Hamlyn Heights
6,518
North Geelong
3,225
Metric leadHamlyn Heights 8North Geelong 3across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesHamlyn Heights
- Best for familiesHamlyn Heights
- Best for beach lifestyleNorth Geelong
- Best for investmentNorth Geelong
- Best for best valueNorth Geelong
- Best for best schoolsHamlyn Heights
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 | Hamlyn Heights | North Geelong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.8/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.1/100 | 85.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 33.1 / 1k | 235.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 37 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 182 | 204 |
| Planning activity | 58 | 86 |
| Population | 6,518 | 3,225 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Hamlyn Heights is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, while North Geelong is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where North Geelong is shaped by the coast, Hamlyn Heights offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Hamlyn Heights tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while North Geelong stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.
Hamlyn Heights suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas North Geelong is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.