Overall score
Hilbert
39.5/100
Mount Richon
34.1/100
Hilbert for retirees and value; Mount Richon for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hilbert
39.5/100
Mount Richon
34.1/100
Crime rate
Hilbert
60.1 / 1k
Mount Richon
60.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hilbert
58
Mount Richon
13
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 | 39.5/100 | 34.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.6/100 | 51.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.1 / 1k | 60.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 4 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 58 | 13 |
| Green cover | 2.3% | 0.1% |
| Population | 4,165 | 2,067 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Hilbert is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, 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, public transport access, and walkability, while Mount Richon stands out for schools and education options.
Retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers may find Hilbert the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Mount Richon.
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.