Overall score
Hilbert
42.9/100
Mount Richon
25.1/100
Hilbert for retirees and investment; Mount Richon for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hilbert
42.9/100
Mount Richon
25.1/100
Crime rate
Hilbert
2532.4 / 1k
Mount Richon
5981.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hilbert
26
Mount Richon
10
Population
Hilbert
4,165
Mount Richon
2,067
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 | Hilbert | Mount Richon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.9/100 | 25.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 20.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 2532.4 / 1k | 5981.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 4 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 10 |
| Population | 4,165 | 2,067 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Hilbert is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, while Mount Richon is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace. Mount Richon sits among greener hillside streets, while Hilbert keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Hilbert tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Mount Richon stands out for improving crime trends and a mature, settled community.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hilbert, while Mount Richon remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.