Overall score
Hamlyn Heights
56.5/100
North Geelong
42.3/100
Hamlyn Heights vs North Geelong, VIC Suburb Comparison
Hamlyn Heights for retirees and families; North Geelong for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Hamlyn HeightsNorth Geelong
Crime rate
Hamlyn Heights
32.1 / 1k
North Geelong
221.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamlyn Heights
185
North Geelong
209
Population
Hamlyn Heights
6,518
North Geelong
3,225
Metric leadHamlyn Heights 10North Geelong 21 tiedacross 13 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 investmentHamlyn Heights
- 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 | 56.5/100 | 42.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.6/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.1 / 1k | 221.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 8 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 37 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 185 | 209 |
| Planning activity | 58 | 86 |
| Green cover | 5.8% | 5.3% |
| 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, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, while North Geelong stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Hamlyn Heights suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas North Geelong is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.