Overall score
Highgate Hill
60.3/100
Milton
59.1/100
Highgate Hill for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Highgate Hill
60.3/100
Milton
59.1/100
Crime rate
Highgate Hill
67.4 / 1k
Milton
49.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Highgate Hill
183
Milton
255
Population
Highgate Hill
6,229
Milton
3,144
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 | Highgate Hill | Milton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.3/100 | 59.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.1/100 | 8.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.4 / 1k | 49.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 31 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 183 | 255 |
| Population | 6,229 | 3,144 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Highgate Hill is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Milton is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Highgate Hill is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Milton answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Highgate Hill suits investors more clearly, whereas Milton is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.